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Trains from Forres (FOR) to Birkdale (BDL)

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6

train journeys
per day

276

miles (444 kms)

8hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

06:19 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 6 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Forres (FOR) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 6 scheduled rail journeys between Forres and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 6 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Forres to Birkdale is approximately 276 miles (444 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 53 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, ScotRail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Forres and Birkdale.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Forres to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 27 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Forres to Birkdale

Journeys from Forres to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:19
    8 hrs 27 mins 5 changes
    14:46
    Forres
    Birkdale
    Forres to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:56
    8 hrs 50 mins 6 changes
    16:46
    Forres
    Birkdale
    Forres to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:03
    8 hrs 43 mins 5 changes
    18:46
    Forres
    Birkdale
    Forres to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:53
    8 hrs 53 mins 5 changes
    20:46
    Forres
    Birkdale
    Forres to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:38
    9 hrs 23 mins 6 changes
    23:01
    Forres
    Birkdale
    Forres to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:42
    15 hrs 4 mins 4 changes
    14:46
    Forres
    Birkdale
    Forres to Birkdale

About Forres Station

Station name Forres (FOR)
Address Forres station, Station Road, off A96, Forres, Highland, IV36 3AD
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:46 - 14:50
Saturday 07:46 - 14:50
Sunday Closed
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 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 Forres and Birkdale

The travel time between Forres and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Forres and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 6 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:19, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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Amenities on trains between Forres 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 Forres & Birkdale. owever, there are 6 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, ScotRail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Forres and Birkdale.

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