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Milton Keynes Central to Birkenhead Hamilton Square by train

First train

03:39

Last train

01:46

Departure station

Milton Keynes Central

Arrival station

Birkenhead Hamilton Square

Journey time

From 2h 10m

Distance

133 miles (214 km)

Frequency

40 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales

Taking the train from Milton Keynes Central to Birkenhead Hamilton Square in 2 hours 10 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Milton Keynes Central to Birkenhead Hamilton Square? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 3 hours 42 minutes to travel the 133 miles (214 km) from Milton Keynes Central to Birkenhead Hamilton Square by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 40 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway to Birkenhead Hamilton Square. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Milton Keynes Central to Birkenhead Hamilton Square in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Birkenhead Hamilton Square by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Milton Keynes Central to Birkenhead Hamilton Square? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Milton Keynes Central to Birkenhead Hamilton Square take?

The average journey time by train between Milton Keynes Central and Birkenhead Hamilton Square is 3 hours and 42 minutes, with around 40 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Milton Keynes Central and Birkenhead Hamilton Square by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Milton Keynes Central to Birkenhead Hamilton Square is 2 hours and 10 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Milton Keynes Central to Birkenhead Hamilton Square?

No, there are no direct train services from Milton Keynes Central to Birkenhead Hamilton Square. Travelling from Milton Keynes Central to Birkenhead Hamilton Square by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Milton Keynes Central to Birkenhead Hamilton Square leave?

The first train from Milton Keynes Central to Birkenhead Hamilton Square leaves at 03:39. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Milton Keynes Central to Birkenhead Hamilton Square leave?

The last train from Milton Keynes Central to Birkenhead Hamilton Square leaves at 01:46. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Milton Keynes Central and Birkenhead Hamilton Square by train?

Trains travelling from Milton Keynes Central to Birkenhead Hamilton Square cover a distance of around 133 miles (214 km) during the journey.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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