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Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Birkdale (BDL)

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25

train journeys
per day

196

miles (315 kms)

4hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

06:18 / 01:33

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Chelmsford and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chelmsford to Birkdale is approximately 196 miles (315 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 46 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Birkdale.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chelmsford to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Chelmsford to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:18
    5 hrs 4 changes
    11:18
    Chelmsford
    Birkdale
    Chelmsford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:14
    5 hrs 4 mins 4 changes
    12:18
    Chelmsford
    Birkdale
    Chelmsford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:39
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    12:48
    Chelmsford
    Birkdale
    Chelmsford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:15
    5 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    13:18
    Chelmsford
    Birkdale
    Chelmsford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:34
    5 hrs 14 mins 4 changes
    13:48
    Chelmsford
    Birkdale
    Chelmsford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:23
    4 hrs 55 mins 4 changes
    14:18
    Chelmsford
    Birkdale
    Chelmsford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:09
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    15:18
    Chelmsford
    Birkdale
    Chelmsford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:48
    5 hrs 4 changes
    15:48
    Chelmsford
    Birkdale
    Chelmsford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:09
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    16:18
    Chelmsford
    Birkdale
    Chelmsford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:48
    5 hrs 4 changes
    16:48
    Chelmsford
    Birkdale
    Chelmsford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:09
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    17:18
    Chelmsford
    Birkdale
    Chelmsford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:09
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    18:18
    Chelmsford
    Birkdale
    Chelmsford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:48
    4 hrs 45 mins 4 changes
    18:33
    Chelmsford
    Birkdale
    Chelmsford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:09
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    19:18
    Chelmsford
    Birkdale
    Chelmsford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:48
    4 hrs 45 mins 4 changes
    20:33
    Chelmsford
    Birkdale
    Chelmsford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:19
    4 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    21:18
    Chelmsford
    Birkdale
    Chelmsford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:48
    5 hrs 15 mins 4 changes
    22:03
    Chelmsford
    Birkdale
    Chelmsford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:21
    4 hrs 57 mins 4 changes
    22:18
    Chelmsford
    Birkdale
    Chelmsford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:48
    4 hrs 45 mins 4 changes
    22:33
    Chelmsford
    Birkdale
    Chelmsford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    18:14
    5 hrs 4 mins 4 changes
    23:18
    Chelmsford
    Birkdale
    Chelmsford to Birkdale

About Chelmsford Station

Station name Chelmsford (CHM)
Address Chelmsford station, Duke Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1HT
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 22:00
Saturday 05:50 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
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 Available
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 Chelmsford and Birkdale

The travel time between Chelmsford and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 46 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chelmsford and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:33.

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Amenities on trains between Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford & Birkdale. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Birkdale.

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