The cheapest and fastest trains from Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
3 m
Average duration
3 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
2 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 2 trains that leave Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) for Liverpool James Street (LVJ) on Sat, Feb 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 28 the direct trains cover the 2 km distance in an average of 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 m .
On Sat, Feb 28 the slowest trains will take 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $4.
Distance: 1 miles (2 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$6 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price |
33m Average total duration Fastest 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) trains for tomorrow, Saturday, February 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:05 AM Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) | 0h03 | 6:08 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:16 AM Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) | 0h03 | 6:19 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
Trains from Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 08:21. The fastest train covers the 1 miles (2 km) distance in 3m.
Distance 1 miles (2 km) |
Average train duration 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 3m |
First train 05:51 |
Last train 08:21 |
Train companies: Merseyrail from Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) trainsMerseyrail trains will get you between Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) and Liverpool James Street (LVJ) from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Liverpool James Street (LVJ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) to Liverpool James Street (LVJ)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:30 - 00:20 Sunday 07:36 - 00:20 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Type of shops available: Convenience store
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform.” Lifts can be used to access platforms.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hamilton Square, Hamilton Street, Birkenhead CH41
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: N/A
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: James Street Station, James Street, Liverpool
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: N/A
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: James Street Station, James Street, Liverpool
