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Trains from Ayr (AYR) to Birkdale (BDL)

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15

train journeys
per day

141

miles (228 kms)

5hrs 16 mins

fastest journey

06:03 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 5 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Ayr (AYR) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Ayr and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ayr to Birkdale is approximately 141 miles (228 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 45 mins.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Ayr and Birkdale.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ayr to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 16 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Ayr to Birkdale

Journeys from Ayr to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:03
    5 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Ayr
    Birkdale
    Ayr to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:19
    5 hrs 27 mins 5 changes
    12:46
    Ayr
    Birkdale
    Ayr to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:56
    5 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Ayr
    Birkdale
    Ayr to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:30
    5 hrs 16 mins 5 changes
    14:46
    Ayr
    Birkdale
    Ayr to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:05
    5 hrs 41 mins 5 changes
    15:46
    Ayr
    Birkdale
    Ayr to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:23
    5 hrs 23 mins 5 changes
    16:46
    Ayr
    Birkdale
    Ayr to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:35
    6 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    17:46
    Ayr
    Birkdale
    Ayr to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:28
    5 hrs 18 mins 5 changes
    18:46
    Ayr
    Birkdale
    Ayr to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:05
    5 hrs 41 mins 5 changes
    19:46
    Ayr
    Birkdale
    Ayr to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:19
    5 hrs 27 mins 5 changes
    20:46
    Ayr
    Birkdale
    Ayr to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:21
    5 hrs 40 mins 5 changes
    22:01
    Ayr
    Birkdale
    Ayr to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:35
    6 hrs 26 mins 5 changes
    23:01
    Ayr
    Birkdale
    Ayr to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:05
    11 hrs 36 mins 5 changes
    05:41
    Ayr
    Birkdale
    Ayr to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:33
    10 hrs 13 mins 5 changes
    08:46
    Ayr
    Birkdale
    Ayr to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:20
    11 hrs 26 mins 5 changes
    10:46
    Ayr
    Birkdale
    Ayr to Birkdale

About Ayr Station

Station name Ayr (AYR)
Address Ayr station, Smith Street, Ayr, Ayrshire, KA7 1TH
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 08:40 - 23:05
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
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 Ayr and Birkdale

The travel time between Ayr 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 5hrs 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ayr and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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Amenities on trains between Ayr 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 Ayr & Birkdale. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Ayr and Birkdale.

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