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Trains from Chatham (CTM) to Birkdale (BDL)

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34

train journeys
per day

215

miles (346 kms)

5hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:40

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 9 changes)

15

operators run

12

routes

Trains from Chatham (CTM) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Chatham and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chatham to Birkdale is approximately 215 miles (346 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 45 mins.

Southeastern, Great Northern, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, London Overground, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail, Northern Rail, GWR, Thameslink, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Chatham and Birkdale.

There are 12 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chatham to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 35 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Chatham to Birkdale

Journeys from Chatham to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:54
    5 hrs 39 mins 5 changes
    11:33
    Chatham
    Birkdale
    Chatham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:05
    5 hrs 41 mins 7 changes
    11:46
    Chatham
    Birkdale
    Chatham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:54
    5 hrs 52 mins 7 changes
    12:46
    Chatham
    Birkdale
    Chatham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:54
    6 hrs 24 mins 4 changes - overtaken train
    13:18
    Chatham
    Birkdale
    Chatham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:54
    6 hrs 24 mins 5 changes - overtaken train
    13:18
    Chatham
    Birkdale
    Chatham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:03
    6 hrs 15 mins 6 changes
    13:18
    Chatham
    Birkdale
    Chatham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:54
    5 hrs 52 mins 7 changes
    13:46
    Chatham
    Birkdale
    Chatham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:05
    6 hrs 13 mins 6 changes
    14:18
    Chatham
    Birkdale
    Chatham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:02
    5 hrs 44 mins 7 changes
    14:46
    Chatham
    Birkdale
    Chatham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:58
    5 hrs 48 mins 7 changes
    15:46
    Chatham
    Birkdale
    Chatham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:58
    6 hrs 20 mins 4 changes - overtaken train
    16:18
    Chatham
    Birkdale
    Chatham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:58
    6 hrs 20 mins 5 changes - overtaken train
    16:18
    Chatham
    Birkdale
    Chatham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:02
    6 hrs 16 mins 6 changes
    16:18
    Chatham
    Birkdale
    Chatham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:58
    5 hrs 48 mins 7 changes
    16:46
    Chatham
    Birkdale
    Chatham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:58
    6 hrs 20 mins 4 changes - overtaken train
    17:18
    Chatham
    Birkdale
    Chatham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:58
    6 hrs 20 mins 5 changes - overtaken train
    17:18
    Chatham
    Birkdale
    Chatham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:02
    6 hrs 16 mins 6 changes
    17:18
    Chatham
    Birkdale
    Chatham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:02
    5 hrs 44 mins 7 changes
    17:46
    Chatham
    Birkdale
    Chatham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:58
    5 hrs 35 mins 5 changes
    18:33
    Chatham
    Birkdale
    Chatham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:02
    5 hrs 44 mins 7 changes
    18:46
    Chatham
    Birkdale
    Chatham to Birkdale

About Chatham Station

Station name Chatham (CTM)
Address Chatham station, Railway Street, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6PN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 20:00
Saturday 06:20 - 20:00
Sunday 07:10 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

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 Chatham and Birkdale

The travel time between Chatham and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chatham and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:40.

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Amenities on trains between Chatham 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 Chatham & Birkdale. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

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