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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Craigendoran (CGD)

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16

train journeys
per day

176

miles (284 kms)

6hrs 21 mins

fastest journey

00:18 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Craigendoran (CGD)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Craigendoran , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Craigendoran is approximately 176 miles (284 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 59 mins.

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

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Craigendoran. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 21 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to Craigendoran Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    00:18
    11 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    11:42
    Birkdale
    Craigendoran
    Birkdale to Craigendoran
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:01
    5 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    12:40
    Birkdale
    Craigendoran
    Birkdale to Craigendoran
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:18
    5 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    13:40
    Birkdale
    Craigendoran
    Birkdale to Craigendoran
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:18
    5 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    15:41
    Birkdale
    Craigendoran
    Birkdale to Craigendoran
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:01
    6 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    17:10
    Birkdale
    Craigendoran
    Birkdale to Craigendoran
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:18
    5 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    17:41
    Birkdale
    Craigendoran
    Birkdale to Craigendoran
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:18
    5 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    19:42
    Birkdale
    Craigendoran
    Birkdale to Craigendoran
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:01
    6 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    21:39
    Birkdale
    Craigendoran
    Birkdale to Craigendoran
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:48
    6 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    22:09
    Birkdale
    Craigendoran
    Birkdale to Craigendoran
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:18
    6 hrs 20 mins 4 changes
    22:38
    Birkdale
    Craigendoran
    Birkdale to Craigendoran
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:48
    7 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    00:07
    Birkdale
    Craigendoran
    Birkdale to Craigendoran
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:18
    6 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    00:42
    Birkdale
    Craigendoran
    Birkdale to Craigendoran
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:03
    11 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    06:41
    Birkdale
    Craigendoran
    Birkdale to Craigendoran
  • Mon 10th Jun
    22:31
    12 hrs 10 mins 4 changes
    10:41
    Birkdale
    Craigendoran
    Birkdale to Craigendoran
  • Mon 10th Jun
    22:46
    12 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    11:42
    Birkdale
    Craigendoran
    Birkdale to Craigendoran
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:22
    13 hrs 18 mins 4 changes
    12:40
    Birkdale
    Craigendoran
    Birkdale to Craigendoran

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

About Craigendoran Station

Station name Craigendoran (CGD)
Address Craigendoran station, Station Road, Helensburgh, Argyll & Bute, G84 7BQ
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Craigendoran

The travel time between Birkdale and Craigendoran by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Craigendoran vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birkdale & Craigendoran. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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