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Trains from Carfin (CRF) to Birkdale (BDL)

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13

train journeys
per day

154

miles (249 kms)

5hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

07:24 / 00:23

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 5 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Carfin (CRF) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Carfin 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 Carfin to Birkdale is approximately 154 miles (249 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 40 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carfin to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 3 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Carfin to Birkdale

Journeys from Carfin to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:24
    4 hrs 22 mins 5 changes
    11:46
    Carfin
    Birkdale
    Carfin to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:43
    5 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    12:46
    Carfin
    Birkdale
    Carfin to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:27
    4 hrs 19 mins 5 changes
    13:46
    Carfin
    Birkdale
    Carfin to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:41
    5 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    14:46
    Carfin
    Birkdale
    Carfin to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:30
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    15:46
    Carfin
    Birkdale
    Carfin to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:38
    5 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    16:46
    Carfin
    Birkdale
    Carfin to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:30
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    17:46
    Carfin
    Birkdale
    Carfin to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:39
    5 hrs 7 mins 4 changes
    18:46
    Carfin
    Birkdale
    Carfin to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:28
    5 hrs 18 mins 4 changes
    19:46
    Carfin
    Birkdale
    Carfin to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:30
    4 hrs 16 mins 5 changes
    20:46
    Carfin
    Birkdale
    Carfin to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:38
    5 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    23:01
    Carfin
    Birkdale
    Carfin to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:23
    10 hrs 18 mins 5 changes
    05:41
    Carfin
    Birkdale
    Carfin to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:57
    8 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    08:46
    Carfin
    Birkdale
    Carfin to Birkdale

About Carfin Station

Station name Carfin (CRF)
Address Carfin station, Newarthill Road, Carfin, North Lanarkshire, ML1 5AL
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
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 Carfin and Birkdale

The travel time between Carfin and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carfin 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 07:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:23.

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Amenities on trains between Carfin 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 Carfin & Birkdale. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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