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Trains from Aberystwyth (AYW) to Birkdale (BDL)

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11

train journeys
per day

95

miles (153 kms)

4hrs 33 mins

fastest journey

05:23 / 20:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

1

route

Trains from Aberystwyth (AYW) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Aberystwyth and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Aberystwyth to Birkdale is approximately 95 miles (153 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 39 mins.

Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Aberystwyth and Birkdale.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Aberystwyth to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 33 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Aberystwyth to Birkdale

Journeys from Aberystwyth to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:23
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    10:03
    Aberystwyth
    Birkdale
    Aberystwyth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:19
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    11:03
    Aberystwyth
    Birkdale
    Aberystwyth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:28
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    Aberystwyth
    Birkdale
    Aberystwyth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:26
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    13:03
    Aberystwyth
    Birkdale
    Aberystwyth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:29
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    14:03
    Aberystwyth
    Birkdale
    Aberystwyth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:28
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    16:01
    Aberystwyth
    Birkdale
    Aberystwyth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:26
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    17:03
    Aberystwyth
    Birkdale
    Aberystwyth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:29
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    18:03
    Aberystwyth
    Birkdale
    Aberystwyth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:29
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    20:03
    Aberystwyth
    Birkdale
    Aberystwyth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:27
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    22:33
    Aberystwyth
    Birkdale
    Aberystwyth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:28
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    23:03
    Aberystwyth
    Birkdale
    Aberystwyth to Birkdale

About Aberystwyth Station

Station name Aberystwyth (AYW)
Address Aberystwyth station, Alexandra Road, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 1LH
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:10 - 17:40
Saturday 07:15 - 17:40
Sunday Closed
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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 Aberystwyth and Birkdale

The travel time between Aberystwyth and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Aberystwyth and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 20:20.

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Amenities on trains between Aberystwyth 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 Aberystwyth & Birkdale. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Aberystwyth and Birkdale.

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