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Trains from Derby (DBY) to Birkdale (BDL)

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30

train journeys
per day

81

miles (130 kms)

2hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

04:47 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 5 changes)

7

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Derby (DBY) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Derby and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Derby to Birkdale is approximately 81 miles (130 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 36 mins.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Derby and Birkdale.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Derby to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 51 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Derby to Birkdale

Journeys from Derby to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    04:47
    4 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    09:18
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:10
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    09:33
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:43
    3 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    09:46
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:45
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    10:18
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:38
    2 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    10:33
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:46
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    11:18
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:42
    2 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    11:33
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:47
    2 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    11:46
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:00
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    12:18
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:47
    2 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    12:46
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:47
    2 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    13:46
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:41
    3 hrs 5 mins 5 changes
    14:46
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:45
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    15:18
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:46
    3 hrs 4 changes
    15:46
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:48
    2 hrs 58 mins 4 changes
    16:46
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:00
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    17:18
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:47
    2 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    17:46
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:38
    2 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    18:33
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:47
    2 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    18:46
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:46
    3 hrs 4 changes
    19:46
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale

About Derby Station

Station name Derby (DBY)
Address Derby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:55 - 22:45
Saturday 04:55 - 22:45
Sunday 06:20 - 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 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 Derby and Birkdale

The travel time between Derby and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Derby and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:47, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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Amenities on trains between Derby 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 Derby & Birkdale. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Derby and Birkdale.

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