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Shotton to Birkenhead Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Shotton to Birkenhead, starting from CNY 65.35 and averaging CNY 65.35. The entire journey takes no more than 36 minutes. 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	Find Tickets
05:21 1 hour 45 minutes, Changes required Shotton	07:06 Birkenhead Central	Find Tickets
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08:17 51 minutes, Changes required Shotton	09:08 Birkenhead North	Find Tickets
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Shotton to Birkenhead Train Route Details

First train

05:21

Last train

23:00

Departure station

Shotton

Arrival station

Birkenhead

Journey time

36 minutes

Distance

20 km

Price

CNY 65.35*

Train operators

Merseyrail, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Shotton to Birkenhead

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Shotton to Birkenhead. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

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 Shotton to Birkenhead, 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 Shotton to Birkenhead 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 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 traveling from Shotton to Birkenhead more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Shotton to Birkenhead train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Shotton to Birkenhead Train prices and times

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