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Trains from Bishop Auckland to Birkdale (BDL)

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13

train journeys
per day

89

miles (143 kms)

4hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

07:27 / 20:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Bishop Auckland to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Bishop Auckland and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bishop Auckland to Birkdale is approximately 89 miles (143 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 13 mins.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Bishop Auckland and Birkdale.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bishop Auckland to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 34 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Bishop Auckland to Birkdale

Journeys from Bishop Auckland to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:27
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    12:18
    Bishop Auckland
    Birkdale
    Bishop Auckland to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:27
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    13:18
    Bishop Auckland
    Birkdale
    Bishop Auckland to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:27
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    14:18
    Bishop Auckland
    Birkdale
    Bishop Auckland to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:27
    4 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    15:01
    Bishop Auckland
    Birkdale
    Bishop Auckland to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:27
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    16:18
    Bishop Auckland
    Birkdale
    Bishop Auckland to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:27
    4 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    17:01
    Bishop Auckland
    Birkdale
    Bishop Auckland to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:27
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    18:18
    Bishop Auckland
    Birkdale
    Bishop Auckland to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:27
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    19:18
    Bishop Auckland
    Birkdale
    Bishop Auckland to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:27
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    20:33
    Bishop Auckland
    Birkdale
    Bishop Auckland to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:27
    4 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    21:01
    Bishop Auckland
    Birkdale
    Bishop Auckland to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:26
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    22:18
    Bishop Auckland
    Birkdale
    Bishop Auckland to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:27
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    23:18
    Bishop Auckland
    Birkdale
    Bishop Auckland to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    20:26
    10 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    06:48
    Bishop Auckland
    Birkdale
    Bishop Auckland to Birkdale

About Bishop Auckland Station

Station name Bishop Auckland (BIA)
Address Bishop Auckland station, Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 7EJ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:50 - 12:25 13:00 - 16:25
Saturday 08:50 - 12:25 13:00 - 16:25
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bishop Auckland and Birkdale

The travel time between Bishop Auckland and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bishop Auckland and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:27, and the last train of the day leaves at 20:52.

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Amenities on trains between Bishop Auckland and Birkdale can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Bishop Auckland & Birkdale. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Bishop Auckland and Birkdale.

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