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London Kings Cross to Birkenhead train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Kings Cross to Birkenhead? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$81.94, with average prices for this route around AU$81.94. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
15:47 3h 8m, No direct London Kings Cross	18:55 Birkenhead Hamilton Square	Find Tickets
16:03 4h 47m, No direct London Kings Cross	20:50 Birkenhead Hamilton Square	Find Tickets
16:21 3h 4m, No direct London Kings Cross	19:25 Birkenhead Hamilton Square	Find Tickets
16:40 3h 24m, No direct London Kings Cross	20:04 Birkenhead Central	Find Tickets
17:21 3h 4m, No direct London Kings Cross	20:25 Birkenhead Hamilton Square	Find Tickets
17:40 3h 24m, No direct London Kings Cross	21:04 Paris	Find Tickets

London Kings Cross to Birkenhead train route details

First train

06:09

Last train

23:33

Departure station

London Kings Cross

Arrival station

Birkenhead

Journey time

2h 53m

Distance

285 km

Price

AU$81.94*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from London Kings Cross to Birkenhead

Season Tickets for frequent travels

If you frequently travel between London Kings Cross and Birkenhead, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London Kings Cross to Birkenhead during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Kings Cross to Birkenhead for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London Kings Cross to Birkenhead, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Kings Cross to Birkenhead ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from London Kings Cross to Birkenhead more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Kings Cross to Birkenhead train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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