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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Durham (DHM)

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36

train journeys
per day

98

miles (158 kms)

4hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

05:41 / 23:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Durham (DHM)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Durham , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Durham is approximately 98 miles (158 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 37 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Durham.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Durham. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to Durham Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:41
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:54
    Birkdale
    Durham
    Birkdale to Durham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:11
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    10:15
    Birkdale
    Durham
    Birkdale to Durham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:46
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:54
    Birkdale
    Durham
    Birkdale to Durham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:48
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    10:54
    Birkdale
    Durham
    Birkdale to Durham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:46
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    11:54
    Birkdale
    Durham
    Birkdale to Durham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:48
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    11:54
    Birkdale
    Durham
    Birkdale to Durham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:46
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:54
    Birkdale
    Durham
    Birkdale to Durham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:46
    4 hrs 11 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    13:57
    Birkdale
    Durham
    Birkdale to Durham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:48
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    13:57
    Birkdale
    Durham
    Birkdale to Durham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:46
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    14:54
    Birkdale
    Durham
    Birkdale to Durham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:48
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    14:54
    Birkdale
    Durham
    Birkdale to Durham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:46
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    15:54
    Birkdale
    Durham
    Birkdale to Durham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:48
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    15:54
    Birkdale
    Durham
    Birkdale to Durham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:46
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    17:01
    Birkdale
    Durham
    Birkdale to Durham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:48
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    17:01
    Birkdale
    Durham
    Birkdale to Durham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:46
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    17:54
    Birkdale
    Durham
    Birkdale to Durham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:48
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    17:54
    Birkdale
    Durham
    Birkdale to Durham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:18
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    18:16
    Birkdale
    Durham
    Birkdale to Durham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:46
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    19:00
    Birkdale
    Durham
    Birkdale to Durham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:48
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    19:00
    Birkdale
    Durham
    Birkdale to Durham

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 Durham Station

Station name Durham (DHM)
Address Durham station, North Road, Durham, County Durham, DH1 4RB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 18:00
Saturday 07:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Durham

The travel time between Birkdale and Durham by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Durham vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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Amenities on trains between Birkdale and Durham 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 & Durham. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Durham.

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