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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Inverness (INV)

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11

train journeys
per day

270

miles (434 kms)

7hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

00:18 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 5 changes)

8

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Inverness (INV)

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

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Inverness is approximately 270 miles (434 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 10hrs 14 mins.

West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Inverness.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Inverness. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 59 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Birkdale to Inverness

Journeys from Birkdale to Inverness Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    00:18
    13 hrs 57 mins 4 changes
    14:15
    Birkdale
    Inverness
    Birkdale to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:03
    8 hrs 26 mins 5 changes
    15:29
    Birkdale
    Inverness
    Birkdale to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:03
    7 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    17:02
    Birkdale
    Inverness
    Birkdale to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:18
    8 hrs 8 mins 5 changes
    18:26
    Birkdale
    Inverness
    Birkdale to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:18
    7 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    20:07
    Birkdale
    Inverness
    Birkdale to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:03
    8 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    21:23
    Birkdale
    Inverness
    Birkdale to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:18
    8 hrs 25 mins 5 changes
    22:43
    Birkdale
    Inverness
    Birkdale to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:03
    8 hrs 16 mins 5 changes
    23:19
    Birkdale
    Inverness
    Birkdale to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    21:16
    11 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Birkdale
    Inverness
    Birkdale to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:31
    14 hrs 54 mins 4 changes
    13:25
    Birkdale
    Inverness
    Birkdale to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:22
    14 hrs 53 mins 5 changes
    14:15
    Birkdale
    Inverness
    Birkdale to Inverness

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 Inverness Station

Station name Inverness (INV)
Address Inverness station, Academy Street, Inverness, Highland, IV2 3PY
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 20:30
Saturday 06:30 - 18:30
Sunday 09:15 - 20:20
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Inverness

The travel time between Birkdale and Inverness by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 10hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Inverness 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 00:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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

West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Inverness.

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