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Trains from Bournemouth (BMH) to Birkdale (BDL)

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15

train journeys
per day

206

miles (332 kms)

6hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Bournemouth (BMH) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Bournemouth and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bournemouth to Birkdale is approximately 206 miles (332 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 4 mins.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Bournemouth and Birkdale.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bournemouth to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 18 mins.

Journeys from Bournemouth to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:15
    6 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    11:33
    Bournemouth
    Birkdale
    Bournemouth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:30
    6 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    13:18
    Bournemouth
    Birkdale
    Bournemouth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:31
    6 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    14:18
    Bournemouth
    Birkdale
    Bournemouth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:40
    6 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    15:18
    Bournemouth
    Birkdale
    Bournemouth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:45
    6 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    16:18
    Bournemouth
    Birkdale
    Bournemouth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:45
    6 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    17:18
    Bournemouth
    Birkdale
    Bournemouth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:45
    6 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    18:18
    Bournemouth
    Birkdale
    Bournemouth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:45
    5 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    18:33
    Bournemouth
    Birkdale
    Bournemouth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:45
    5 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    19:33
    Bournemouth
    Birkdale
    Bournemouth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:45
    5 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    20:33
    Bournemouth
    Birkdale
    Bournemouth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:45
    6 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    22:18
    Bournemouth
    Birkdale
    Bournemouth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:45
    6 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    23:18
    Bournemouth
    Birkdale
    Bournemouth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:45
    6 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    00:18
    Bournemouth
    Birkdale
    Bournemouth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:45
    11 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    07:18
    Bournemouth
    Birkdale
    Bournemouth to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:12
    11 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    10:33
    Bournemouth
    Birkdale
    Bournemouth to Birkdale

About Bournemouth Station

Station name Bournemouth (BMH)
Address Bournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:15
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 07:45 - 18:30
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

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 Bournemouth and Birkdale

The travel time between Bournemouth and Birkdale 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 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bournemouth and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

First class tickets on trains between Bournemouth and Birkdale typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth & Birkdale. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Bournemouth and Birkdale.

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