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Meols to Birkenhead Central train prices and times

Planning a journey from Meols to Birkenhead Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €5.34, with average prices for this route around €5.34. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
13:58 31m, No direct Meols	14:29 Birkenhead Central	Find Tickets
14:13 39m, No direct Meols	14:52 Birkenhead Central	Find Tickets
14:28 31m, No direct Meols	14:59 Birkenhead Central	Find Tickets
14:43 39m, No direct Meols	15:22 Birkenhead Central	Find Tickets
14:58 31m, No direct Meols	15:29 Birkenhead Central	Find Tickets
15:13 39m, No direct Meols	15:52 Paris	Find Tickets

Meols to Birkenhead Central train route details

First train

05:58

Last train

23:08

Departure station

Meols

Arrival station

Birkenhead Central

Journey time

28m

Distance

9 km

Price

€5.34*

Train Operators

Merseyrail

How to book cheap train tickets from Meols to Birkenhead Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Meols to Birkenhead Central 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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Meols to Birkenhead Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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 Meols to Birkenhead Central 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Meols to Birkenhead Central 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Meols to Birkenhead Central train prices and times

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