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Trains from Carstairs to Birkdale (BDL)

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12

train journeys
per day

144

miles (232 kms)

4hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

05:07 / 00:22

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Carstairs to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Carstairs and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carstairs to Birkdale is approximately 144 miles (232 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 52 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carstairs to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 39 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Carstairs to Birkdale

Journeys from Carstairs to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:07
    4 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    09:46
    Carstairs
    Birkdale
    Carstairs to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:49
    4 hrs 57 mins 4 changes
    10:46
    Carstairs
    Birkdale
    Carstairs to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:16
    4 hrs 30 mins 4 changes
    11:46
    Carstairs
    Birkdale
    Carstairs to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:49
    4 hrs 57 mins 4 changes
    12:46
    Carstairs
    Birkdale
    Carstairs to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:11
    5 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Carstairs
    Birkdale
    Carstairs to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:48
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    15:46
    Carstairs
    Birkdale
    Carstairs to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:35
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    17:46
    Carstairs
    Birkdale
    Carstairs to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:19
    4 hrs 27 mins 4 changes
    18:46
    Carstairs
    Birkdale
    Carstairs to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:18
    4 hrs 28 mins 4 changes
    20:46
    Carstairs
    Birkdale
    Carstairs to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:28
    6 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    23:01
    Carstairs
    Birkdale
    Carstairs to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:11
    10 hrs 30 mins 4 changes
    05:41
    Carstairs
    Birkdale
    Carstairs to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:59
    9 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    09:46
    Carstairs
    Birkdale
    Carstairs to Birkdale

About Carstairs Station

Station name Carstairs (CRS)
Address Carstairs station, Strawfrank Road, Carstairs, South Lanarkshire, ML11 8PR
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:20 - 14:24
Saturday 07:20 - 14:24
Sunday Closed
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 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 Carstairs and Birkdale

The travel time between Carstairs and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carstairs and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:22.

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Amenities on trains between Carstairs 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 Carstairs & Birkdale. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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