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Birkenhead North to Kilmarnock Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birkenhead North to Kilmarnock, starting from US$21.04 and averaging US$21.04. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 38m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
22:49 11h 2m, Changes required Birkenhead North	09:51 +1 Kilmarnock		Find Tickets
23:34 10h 23m, Changes required Birkenhead North	09:57 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Birkenhead North to Kilmarnock Train Route Details

First train

06:09

Last train

23:34

Departure station

Birkenhead North

Arrival station

Kilmarnock

Journey time

4h 38m

Distance

263 km

Price

US$21.04*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Birkenhead North to Kilmarnock

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Birkenhead North to Kilmarnock can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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 travelers. 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 Birkenhead North to Kilmarnock, 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 Birkenhead North to Kilmarnock ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Birkenhead North to Kilmarnock more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birkenhead North to Kilmarnock 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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Birkenhead North to Kilmarnock Train prices and times

Birkenhead North to Kilmarnock Train Route Details