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Trains from Alton (AON) to Birkdale (BDL)

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26

train journeys
per day

192

miles (309 kms)

5hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

05:42 / 00:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (5 or 6 changes)

9

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Alton (AON) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Alton and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Alton to Birkdale is approximately 192 miles (309 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 57 mins.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, GWR, Southern, CrossCountry, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Alton and Birkdale.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Alton to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 49 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Alton to Birkdale

Journeys from Alton to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:42
    6 hrs 4 mins 6 changes
    11:46
    Alton
    Birkdale
    Alton to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:12
    6 hrs 6 mins 6 changes
    12:18
    Alton
    Birkdale
    Alton to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:41
    6 hrs 5 mins 6 changes
    12:46
    Alton
    Birkdale
    Alton to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:44
    6 hrs 2 mins 6 changes
    13:46
    Alton
    Birkdale
    Alton to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:44
    6 hrs 2 mins 6 changes
    14:46
    Alton
    Birkdale
    Alton to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:14
    6 hrs 4 mins 6 changes
    15:18
    Alton
    Birkdale
    Alton to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:44
    6 hrs 2 mins 6 changes
    15:46
    Alton
    Birkdale
    Alton to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:14
    6 hrs 4 mins 5 changes
    16:18
    Alton
    Birkdale
    Alton to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:44
    6 hrs 2 mins 6 changes
    16:46
    Alton
    Birkdale
    Alton to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:15
    6 hrs 3 mins 5 changes
    17:18
    Alton
    Birkdale
    Alton to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:44
    6 hrs 2 mins 6 changes
    17:46
    Alton
    Birkdale
    Alton to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:15
    6 hrs 3 mins 5 changes
    18:18
    Alton
    Birkdale
    Alton to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:44
    5 hrs 49 mins 5 changes
    18:33
    Alton
    Birkdale
    Alton to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:15
    6 hrs 3 mins 5 changes
    19:18
    Alton
    Birkdale
    Alton to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:44
    5 hrs 49 mins 5 changes
    19:33
    Alton
    Birkdale
    Alton to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:44
    5 hrs 49 mins 5 changes
    20:33
    Alton
    Birkdale
    Alton to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:15
    6 hrs 3 mins 6 changes
    21:18
    Alton
    Birkdale
    Alton to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:44
    6 hrs 17 mins 6 changes
    22:01
    Alton
    Birkdale
    Alton to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:15
    6 hrs 3 mins 5 changes
    22:18
    Alton
    Birkdale
    Alton to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:44
    6 hrs 17 mins 6 changes
    23:01
    Alton
    Birkdale
    Alton to Birkdale

About Alton Station

Station name Alton (AON)
Address Alton station, Station Road, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2PZ
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 19:00
Saturday 07:30 - 17:30
Sunday 08:30 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
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 Alton and Birkdale

The travel time between Alton and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 57 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Alton and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:42, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:09.

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Amenities on trains between Alton 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 Alton & Birkdale. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, GWR, Southern, CrossCountry, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Alton and Birkdale.

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