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Trains from Busby (BUS) to Birkdale (BDL)

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15

train journeys
per day

156

miles (252 kms)

5hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

00:07 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Busby (BUS) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Busby 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 Busby to Birkdale is approximately 156 miles (252 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 56 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, ScotRail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Busby and Birkdale.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Busby to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 22 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Busby to Birkdale

Journeys from Busby to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    00:07
    8 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    08:46
    Busby
    Birkdale
    Busby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:00
    4 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    11:46
    Busby
    Birkdale
    Busby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:38
    5 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    12:46
    Busby
    Birkdale
    Busby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:39
    5 hrs 7 mins 4 changes
    13:46
    Busby
    Birkdale
    Busby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:38
    5 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    14:46
    Busby
    Birkdale
    Busby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:07
    4 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    15:46
    Busby
    Birkdale
    Busby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:37
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    16:46
    Busby
    Birkdale
    Busby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:37
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    17:46
    Busby
    Birkdale
    Busby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:37
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    18:46
    Busby
    Birkdale
    Busby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:07
    4 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    19:46
    Busby
    Birkdale
    Busby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:37
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    20:46
    Busby
    Birkdale
    Busby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:37
    5 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    22:01
    Busby
    Birkdale
    Busby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:39
    5 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    23:01
    Busby
    Birkdale
    Busby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:07
    10 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    05:41
    Busby
    Birkdale
    Busby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:38
    9 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    08:46
    Busby
    Birkdale
    Busby to Birkdale

About Busby Station

Station name Busby (BUS)
Address Busby station, East Kilbride Road, Busby, East Renfrewshire, G76 8JB
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
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 Busby and Birkdale

The travel time between Busby and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Busby 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 00:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, ScotRail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Busby and Birkdale.

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