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Trains from Cross Gates (CRG) to Birkdale (BDL)

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27

train journeys
per day

65

miles (104 kms)

2hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

05:47 / 23:39

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Cross Gates (CRG) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Cross Gates and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cross Gates to Birkdale is approximately 65 miles (104 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 51 mins.

Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Cross Gates and Birkdale.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cross Gates to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 58 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Cross Gates to Birkdale

Journeys from Cross Gates to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:47
    3 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    09:18
    Cross Gates
    Birkdale
    Cross Gates to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:16
    3 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    09:46
    Cross Gates
    Birkdale
    Cross Gates to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:47
    3 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    10:18
    Cross Gates
    Birkdale
    Cross Gates to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:48
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Cross Gates
    Birkdale
    Cross Gates to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:33
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Cross Gates
    Birkdale
    Cross Gates to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:43
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    12:18
    Cross Gates
    Birkdale
    Cross Gates to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:17
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Cross Gates
    Birkdale
    Cross Gates to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:32
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    13:18
    Cross Gates
    Birkdale
    Cross Gates to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:16
    3 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Cross Gates
    Birkdale
    Cross Gates to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:33
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    14:18
    Cross Gates
    Birkdale
    Cross Gates to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:16
    3 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    14:46
    Cross Gates
    Birkdale
    Cross Gates to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:32
    3 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    15:01
    Cross Gates
    Birkdale
    Cross Gates to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:16
    3 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    15:46
    Cross Gates
    Birkdale
    Cross Gates to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:33
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    16:18
    Cross Gates
    Birkdale
    Cross Gates to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:16
    3 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    16:46
    Cross Gates
    Birkdale
    Cross Gates to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:33
    3 hrs 28 mins 4 changes
    17:01
    Cross Gates
    Birkdale
    Cross Gates to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:17
    3 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    17:46
    Cross Gates
    Birkdale
    Cross Gates to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:32
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    18:18
    Cross Gates
    Birkdale
    Cross Gates to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:32
    3 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    18:46
    Cross Gates
    Birkdale
    Cross Gates to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:32
    3 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    19:46
    Cross Gates
    Birkdale
    Cross Gates to Birkdale

About Cross Gates Station

Station name Cross Gates (CRG)
Address Cross Gates station, Station View, Cross Gates, West Yorkshire, LS15 8BX
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:02 - 14:15
Tuesday 06:02 - 14:15
Wednesday 06:02 - 14:15
Thursday 06:02 - 14:15
Friday 06:02 - 14:15
Saturday 06:02 - 14:15
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Cross Gates and Birkdale

The travel time between Cross Gates and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 51 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cross Gates and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:47, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:39.

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Amenities on trains between Cross Gates 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 Cross Gates & Birkdale. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Cross Gates and Birkdale.

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