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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Swaythling (SWG)

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17

train journeys
per day

198

miles (319 kms)

6hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

06:26 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 7 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Swaythling (SWG)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Swaythling , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Swaythling is approximately 198 miles (319 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 4 mins.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Swaythling.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Swaythling. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 11 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Birkdale to Swaythling

Journeys from Birkdale to Swaythling Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:26
    6 hrs 1 min 6 changes
    12:27
    Birkdale
    Swaythling
    Birkdale to Swaythling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:31
    5 hrs 56 mins 6 changes
    13:27
    Birkdale
    Swaythling
    Birkdale to Swaythling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:16
    6 hrs 11 mins 4 changes
    14:27
    Birkdale
    Swaythling
    Birkdale to Swaythling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:31
    5 hrs 56 mins 6 changes
    15:27
    Birkdale
    Swaythling
    Birkdale to Swaythling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:31
    5 hrs 56 mins 6 changes
    16:27
    Birkdale
    Swaythling
    Birkdale to Swaythling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:48
    6 hrs 9 mins 7 changes
    16:57
    Birkdale
    Swaythling
    Birkdale to Swaythling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:48
    6 hrs 20 mins 7 changes
    18:08
    Birkdale
    Swaythling
    Birkdale to Swaythling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:48
    6 hrs 14 mins 7 changes
    19:02
    Birkdale
    Swaythling
    Birkdale to Swaythling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:31
    5 hrs 56 mins 6 changes
    19:27
    Birkdale
    Swaythling
    Birkdale to Swaythling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:48
    6 hrs 19 mins 7 changes
    20:07
    Birkdale
    Swaythling
    Birkdale to Swaythling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:31
    5 hrs 56 mins 6 changes
    20:27
    Birkdale
    Swaythling
    Birkdale to Swaythling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:31
    5 hrs 56 mins 6 changes
    21:27
    Birkdale
    Swaythling
    Birkdale to Swaythling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:31
    5 hrs 57 mins 6 changes
    22:28
    Birkdale
    Swaythling
    Birkdale to Swaythling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:31
    6 hrs 6 changes
    23:31
    Birkdale
    Swaythling
    Birkdale to Swaythling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:33
    11 hrs 55 mins 7 changes
    07:28
    Birkdale
    Swaythling
    Birkdale to Swaythling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:01
    11 hrs 26 mins 6 changes
    10:27
    Birkdale
    Swaythling
    Birkdale to Swaythling
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:22
    12 hrs 5 mins 6 changes
    11:27
    Birkdale
    Swaythling
    Birkdale to Swaythling

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 Swaythling Station

Station name Swaythling (SWG)
Address Swaythling station, Wessex Lane, Swaythling, Hampshire, SO18 2LB
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 11:00
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Swaythling

The travel time between Birkdale and Swaythling by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Swaythling vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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Amenities on trains between Birkdale and Swaythling 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 & Swaythling. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Swaythling.

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