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Trains from Aberdeen (ABD) to Birkdale (BDL)

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6

train journeys
per day

245

miles (394 kms)

6hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

05:57 / 18:32

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Aberdeen (ABD) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 6 scheduled rail journeys between Aberdeen and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 6 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Aberdeen to Birkdale is approximately 245 miles (394 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 45 mins.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail are the main train operating companies running services between Aberdeen and Birkdale.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Aberdeen to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 26 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Aberdeen to Birkdale

Journeys from Aberdeen to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:57
    6 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    12:46
    Aberdeen
    Birkdale
    Aberdeen to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:20
    6 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    14:46
    Aberdeen
    Birkdale
    Aberdeen to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:52
    6 hrs 54 mins 4 changes
    16:46
    Aberdeen
    Birkdale
    Aberdeen to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:07
    6 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    18:46
    Aberdeen
    Birkdale
    Aberdeen to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:59
    6 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    20:46
    Aberdeen
    Birkdale
    Aberdeen to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:04
    6 hrs 57 mins 4 changes
    23:01
    Aberdeen
    Birkdale
    Aberdeen to Birkdale

About Aberdeen Station

Station name Aberdeen (ABD)
Address Aberdeen station, Guild Street, Union Square, Aberdeen, Aberdeen, AB11 6LX
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 21:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:00
Sunday 08:45 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Birkdale Station

Station name Birkdale (BDL)
Address Birkdale station, Liverpool Road, Birkdale, Southport, PR8 4AF
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:27 - 00:32
Tuesday 05:27 - 00:32
Wednesday 05:27 - 00:32
Thursday 05:27 - 00:32
Friday 05:27 - 00:32
Saturday 05:27 - 00:32
Sunday 07:47 - 00:32
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Aberdeen and Birkdale

The travel time between Aberdeen and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Aberdeen and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 6 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:57, and the last train of the day leaves at 18:32.

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Amenities on trains between Aberdeen and Birkdale can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Aberdeen & Birkdale. owever, there are 6 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail are the main train operating companies running services between Aberdeen and Birkdale.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Aberdeen and Birkdale, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.