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Trains from Harpenden (HPD) to Birkdale (BDL)

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35

train journeys
per day

168

miles (270 kms)

4hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

03:49 / 00:28

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 7 changes)

8

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Harpenden (HPD) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Harpenden and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Harpenden to Birkdale is approximately 168 miles (270 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 22 mins.

West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, London Overground, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Harpenden and Birkdale.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Harpenden to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 45 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Harpenden to Birkdale

Journeys from Harpenden to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    03:49
    5 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    09:33
    Harpenden
    Birkdale
    Harpenden to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:17
    5 hrs 1 min 4 changes - overtaken train
    10:18
    Harpenden
    Birkdale
    Harpenden to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:24
    4 hrs 54 mins 5 changes
    10:18
    Harpenden
    Birkdale
    Harpenden to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:48
    4 hrs 45 mins 6 changes
    10:33
    Harpenden
    Birkdale
    Harpenden to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:49
    4 hrs 57 mins 7 changes
    10:46
    Harpenden
    Birkdale
    Harpenden to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:22
    4 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    11:18
    Harpenden
    Birkdale
    Harpenden to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:34
    4 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    11:33
    Harpenden
    Birkdale
    Harpenden to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:52
    4 hrs 54 mins 7 changes
    11:46
    Harpenden
    Birkdale
    Harpenden to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:28
    4 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    12:18
    Harpenden
    Birkdale
    Harpenden to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:52
    4 hrs 54 mins 7 changes
    12:46
    Harpenden
    Birkdale
    Harpenden to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:22
    4 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    13:18
    Harpenden
    Birkdale
    Harpenden to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:52
    4 hrs 54 mins 7 changes
    13:46
    Harpenden
    Birkdale
    Harpenden to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:22
    4 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    14:18
    Harpenden
    Birkdale
    Harpenden to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:52
    4 hrs 54 mins 7 changes
    14:46
    Harpenden
    Birkdale
    Harpenden to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:22
    4 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    15:18
    Harpenden
    Birkdale
    Harpenden to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:52
    4 hrs 54 mins 7 changes
    15:46
    Harpenden
    Birkdale
    Harpenden to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:22
    4 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    16:18
    Harpenden
    Birkdale
    Harpenden to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:52
    4 hrs 54 mins 7 changes
    16:46
    Harpenden
    Birkdale
    Harpenden to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:22
    4 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    17:18
    Harpenden
    Birkdale
    Harpenden to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:38
    4 hrs 55 mins 4 changes
    17:33
    Harpenden
    Birkdale
    Harpenden to Birkdale

About Harpenden Station

Station name Harpenden (HPD)
Address Harpenden station, Station Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4SP
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:15
Saturday 06:15 - 19:15
Sunday 07:15 - 20:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
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 Harpenden and Birkdale

The travel time between Harpenden and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Harpenden and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:49, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:28.

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Amenities on trains between Harpenden 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 Harpenden & Birkdale. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, London Overground, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Harpenden and Birkdale.

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