Hemel Hempstead to Birkenhead North by train
| First train | 04:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:10 | |
| Departure station | Hemel Hempstead | |
| Arrival station | Birkenhead North | |
| Journey time | From 3h 8m | |
| Distance | 157 miles (253 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Travelling from Hemel Hempstead to Birkenhead North by train
Looking to travel from Hemel Hempstead to Birkenhead North by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 5 hours 54 minutes to travel from Hemel Hempstead to Birkenhead North by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 8 minutes though. You'll usually find 3 trains per day running along the 157 miles (253 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Birkenhead North, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast or Merseyrail to get to Birkenhead North – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Hemel Hempstead to Birkenhead North in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Hemel Hempstead to Birkenhead North
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