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Saltcoats to Birkenhead Park train prices and times

Planning a journey from Saltcoats to Birkenhead Park? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £15.50, with average prices for this route around £15.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
09:37 4h 57m, No direct Saltcoats	14:34 Birkenhead Park	Find Tickets
10:26 5h 8m, No direct Saltcoats	15:34 Birkenhead Park	Find Tickets
10:56 4h 48m, No direct Saltcoats	15:44 Birkenhead Park	Find Tickets
10:56 5h 18m, No direct Saltcoats	16:14 Birkenhead Park	Find Tickets
11:26 5h 8m, No direct Saltcoats	16:34 Birkenhead Park	Find Tickets
12:26 5h 8m, No direct Saltcoats	17:34 Paris	Find Tickets

Saltcoats to Birkenhead Park train route details

First train

06:32

Last train

23:12

Departure station

Saltcoats

Arrival station

Birkenhead Park

Journey time

4h 48m

Distance

170 miles

Price

£15.50*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Saltcoats to Birkenhead Park

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Saltcoats to Birkenhead Park during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Saltcoats to Birkenhead Park, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

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 Saltcoats to Birkenhead Park more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Saltcoats to Birkenhead Park train ticket types

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

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Saltcoats to Birkenhead Park from £15.50

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Saltcoats to Birkenhead Park train prices and times

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