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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Birkdale (BDL)

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60

train journeys
per day

30

miles (49 kms)

1hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 23:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 60 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 60 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Birkdale is approximately 30 miles (49 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 46 mins.

West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Birkdale.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    04:46
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    07:18
    Chester
    Birkdale
    Chester to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:55
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    07:33
    Chester
    Birkdale
    Chester to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:30
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    08:03
    Chester
    Birkdale
    Chester to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:38
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    08:18
    Chester
    Birkdale
    Chester to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:00
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    08:33
    Chester
    Birkdale
    Chester to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:22
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    09:03
    Chester
    Birkdale
    Chester to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:37
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    09:18
    Chester
    Birkdale
    Chester to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:52
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    09:33
    Chester
    Birkdale
    Chester to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:07
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    09:48
    Chester
    Birkdale
    Chester to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:31
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    10:03
    Chester
    Birkdale
    Chester to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:45
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    10:18
    Chester
    Birkdale
    Chester to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:01
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    10:33
    Chester
    Birkdale
    Chester to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:15
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    10:48
    Chester
    Birkdale
    Chester to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:31
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    11:03
    Chester
    Birkdale
    Chester to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:45
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    11:18
    Chester
    Birkdale
    Chester to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:01
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    11:33
    Chester
    Birkdale
    Chester to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:15
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    11:48
    Chester
    Birkdale
    Chester to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:31
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    12:03
    Chester
    Birkdale
    Chester to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:45
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    12:18
    Chester
    Birkdale
    Chester to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:01
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    12:33
    Chester
    Birkdale
    Chester to Birkdale

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
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 Chester and Birkdale

The travel time between Chester and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 46 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 60 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:45.

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Amenities on trains between Chester 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 Chester & Birkdale. owever, there are 60 possible journeys which require a change.

West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Birkdale.

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