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Trains from Effingham Junction (EFF) to Birkdale (BDL)

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32

train journeys
per day

195

miles (314 kms)

5hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

05:17 / 00:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 7 changes)

7

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Effingham Junction (EFF) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Effingham Junction and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Effingham Junction to Birkdale is approximately 195 miles (314 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 26 mins.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Southern, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Effingham Junction and Birkdale.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Effingham Junction to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 26 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Effingham Junction to Birkdale

Journeys from Effingham Junction to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:17
    5 hrs 29 mins 6 changes
    10:46
    Effingham Junction
    Birkdale
    Effingham Junction to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:53
    5 hrs 25 mins 5 changes
    11:18
    Effingham Junction
    Birkdale
    Effingham Junction to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:21
    5 hrs 25 mins 6 changes
    11:46
    Effingham Junction
    Birkdale
    Effingham Junction to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:51
    5 hrs 27 mins 5 changes
    12:18
    Effingham Junction
    Birkdale
    Effingham Junction to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:21
    5 hrs 25 mins 6 changes
    12:46
    Effingham Junction
    Birkdale
    Effingham Junction to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:51
    5 hrs 27 mins 5 changes
    13:18
    Effingham Junction
    Birkdale
    Effingham Junction to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:21
    5 hrs 25 mins 6 changes
    13:46
    Effingham Junction
    Birkdale
    Effingham Junction to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:51
    5 hrs 27 mins 5 changes
    14:18
    Effingham Junction
    Birkdale
    Effingham Junction to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:22
    5 hrs 24 mins 6 changes
    14:46
    Effingham Junction
    Birkdale
    Effingham Junction to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:52
    5 hrs 26 mins 5 changes
    15:18
    Effingham Junction
    Birkdale
    Effingham Junction to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:22
    5 hrs 24 mins 6 changes
    15:46
    Effingham Junction
    Birkdale
    Effingham Junction to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:52
    5 hrs 26 mins 5 changes
    16:18
    Effingham Junction
    Birkdale
    Effingham Junction to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:22
    5 hrs 24 mins 6 changes
    16:46
    Effingham Junction
    Birkdale
    Effingham Junction to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:52
    5 hrs 26 mins 5 changes
    17:18
    Effingham Junction
    Birkdale
    Effingham Junction to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:22
    5 hrs 24 mins 6 changes
    17:46
    Effingham Junction
    Birkdale
    Effingham Junction to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:52
    5 hrs 26 mins 5 changes
    18:18
    Effingham Junction
    Birkdale
    Effingham Junction to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:22
    5 hrs 24 mins 6 changes
    18:46
    Effingham Junction
    Birkdale
    Effingham Junction to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:52
    5 hrs 26 mins 5 changes
    19:18
    Effingham Junction
    Birkdale
    Effingham Junction to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:22
    5 hrs 24 mins 6 changes
    19:46
    Effingham Junction
    Birkdale
    Effingham Junction to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:52
    5 hrs 41 mins 5 changes
    20:33
    Effingham Junction
    Birkdale
    Effingham Junction to Birkdale

About Effingham Junction Station

Station name Effingham Junction (EFF)
Address Effingham Junction station, Effingham Common Road, Effingham, Surrey, KT24 5HX
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 12:00
Saturday 09:00 - 13:00
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 Available
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 Effingham Junction and Birkdale

The travel time between Effingham Junction and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Effingham Junction and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:09.

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Amenities on trains between Effingham Junction 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 Effingham Junction & Birkdale. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Southern, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Effingham Junction and Birkdale.

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