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Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North train prices and times

Looking to travel from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as QAR 28.65, with average prices for this route around QAR 28.65.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
06:20 42m, No direct Overpool	07:02 Birkenhead North	Find Tickets
06:50 42m, No direct Overpool	07:32 Birkenhead North	Find Tickets
07:06 41m, No direct Capenhurst	07:47 Birkenhead North	Find Tickets
07:21 41m, No direct Capenhurst	08:02 Birkenhead North	Find Tickets
07:36 41m, No direct Capenhurst	08:17 Birkenhead North	Find Tickets
07:51 41m, No direct Capenhurst	08:32 Paris	Find Tickets

Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North train route details

First train

06:20

Last train

23:47

Departure station

Ellesmere Port

Arrival station

Birkenhead North

Journey time

38m

Distance

18 km

Price

QAR 28.65*

Train Operators

Merseyrail

How to book cheap train tickets from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North can result in significant cost savings.

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 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 Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North, 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North 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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Trains from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North from QAR 28.65

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Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North train prices and times

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