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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Shanklin (SHN)

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12

train journeys
per day

221

miles (356 kms)

7hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

06:11 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (5 or 5 changes)

8

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Shanklin (SHN)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Shanklin , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Shanklin is approximately 221 miles (356 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 10hrs 32 mins.

West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, South Western Railway, Northern Rail, Island Line, Merseyrail, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Shanklin.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Shanklin. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 59 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to Shanklin Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:11
    8 hrs 20 mins 5 changes
    14:31
    Birkdale
    Shanklin
    Birkdale to Shanklin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:16
    7 hrs 59 mins 5 changes
    15:15
    Birkdale
    Shanklin
    Birkdale to Shanklin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:16
    8 hrs 15 mins 5 changes
    16:31
    Birkdale
    Shanklin
    Birkdale to Shanklin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:31
    8 hrs 44 mins 5 changes
    17:15
    Birkdale
    Shanklin
    Birkdale to Shanklin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:31
    9 hrs 5 changes
    18:31
    Birkdale
    Shanklin
    Birkdale to Shanklin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:31
    8 hrs 44 mins 5 changes
    19:15
    Birkdale
    Shanklin
    Birkdale to Shanklin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:31
    9 hrs 3 mins 5 changes
    20:34
    Birkdale
    Shanklin
    Birkdale to Shanklin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:31
    8 hrs 48 mins 5 changes
    21:19
    Birkdale
    Shanklin
    Birkdale to Shanklin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:16
    13 hrs 15 mins 5 changes
    06:31
    Birkdale
    Shanklin
    Birkdale to Shanklin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:31
    14 hrs 44 mins 5 changes
    09:15
    Birkdale
    Shanklin
    Birkdale to Shanklin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    22:46
    13 hrs 45 mins 5 changes
    12:31
    Birkdale
    Shanklin
    Birkdale to Shanklin
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:22
    15 hrs 53 mins 5 changes
    15:15
    Birkdale
    Shanklin
    Birkdale to Shanklin

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 Shanklin Station

Station name Shanklin (SHN)
Address Shanklin station, Regent Street, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 7AR
Managed by IL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:50 - 12:30
Saturday 07:45 - 15:00
Sunday 08:00 - 15:15
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Shanklin

The travel time between Birkdale and Shanklin by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 10hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Shanklin vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Birkdale and Shanklin 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 & Shanklin. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, South Western Railway, Northern Rail, Island Line, Merseyrail, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Shanklin.

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