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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Shelford (Cambs) (SED)

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25

train journeys
per day

166

miles (268 kms)

5hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

06:11 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 6 changes)

6

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Shelford (Cambs) (SED)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Shelford (Cambs) , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs) is approximately 166 miles (268 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 11 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Shelford (Cambs).

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs). The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 9 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)

Journeys from Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs) Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:11
    5 hrs 14 mins 5 changes
    11:25
    Birkdale
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:16
    5 hrs 9 mins 5 changes
    12:25
    Birkdale
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:48
    5 hrs 37 mins 6 changes
    13:25
    Birkdale
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:48
    5 hrs 37 mins 6 changes
    14:25
    Birkdale
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:48
    5 hrs 37 mins 6 changes
    15:25
    Birkdale
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:31
    5 hrs 24 mins 5 changes
    15:55
    Birkdale
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:48
    5 hrs 28 mins 5 changes
    16:16
    Birkdale
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:31
    5 hrs 24 mins 5 changes
    16:55
    Birkdale
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:48
    5 hrs 25 mins 5 changes
    17:13
    Birkdale
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:31
    5 hrs 30 mins 4 changes
    18:01
    Birkdale
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:48
    5 hrs 37 mins 6 changes
    18:25
    Birkdale
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:31
    5 hrs 30 mins 4 changes
    19:01
    Birkdale
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:46
    5 hrs 39 mins 5 changes - overtaken train
    19:25
    Birkdale
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:48
    5 hrs 37 mins 6 changes
    19:25
    Birkdale
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:31
    5 hrs 30 mins 4 changes
    20:01
    Birkdale
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:16
    4 hrs 57 mins 4 changes
    20:13
    Birkdale
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:48
    5 hrs 37 mins 6 changes
    21:25
    Birkdale
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:16
    5 hrs 28 mins 4 changes
    21:44
    Birkdale
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:31
    5 hrs 54 mins 5 changes
    22:25
    Birkdale
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:48
    5 hrs 56 mins 5 changes
    22:44
    Birkdale
    Shelford (Cambs)
    Birkdale to Shelford (Cambs)

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 Shelford (Cambs) Station

Station name Shelford (Cambs) (SED)
Address Shelford station, Station Road, Shelford, Cambridgeshire, CB22 5LR
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 10:30
Weekend Closed
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Shelford (Cambs)

The travel time between Birkdale and Shelford (Cambs) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Shelford (Cambs) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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Amenities on trains between Birkdale and Shelford (Cambs) 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 & Shelford (Cambs). owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Shelford (Cambs).

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