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Trains from Headcorn (HCN) to Birkdale (BDL)

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28

train journeys
per day

229

miles (369 kms)

5hrs 23 mins

fastest journey

00:40 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (5 or 8 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Headcorn (HCN) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Headcorn and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Headcorn to Birkdale is approximately 229 miles (369 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 33 mins.

Merseyrail, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Southeastern, Elizabeth Line, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Headcorn and Birkdale.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Headcorn to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 23 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Headcorn to Birkdale

Journeys from Headcorn to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    00:40
    9 hrs 38 mins 6 changes
    10:18
    Headcorn
    Birkdale
    Headcorn to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:43
    6 hrs 3 mins 6 changes
    11:46
    Headcorn
    Birkdale
    Headcorn to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:41
    5 hrs 37 mins 5 changes
    12:18
    Headcorn
    Birkdale
    Headcorn to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:53
    5 hrs 53 mins 6 changes
    12:46
    Headcorn
    Birkdale
    Headcorn to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:35
    5 hrs 43 mins 5 changes
    13:18
    Headcorn
    Birkdale
    Headcorn to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:43
    6 hrs 3 mins 6 changes
    13:46
    Headcorn
    Birkdale
    Headcorn to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:40
    5 hrs 38 mins 5 changes
    14:18
    Headcorn
    Birkdale
    Headcorn to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:45
    6 hrs 1 min 6 changes
    14:46
    Headcorn
    Birkdale
    Headcorn to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:10
    6 hrs 8 mins 5 changes
    15:18
    Headcorn
    Birkdale
    Headcorn to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:43
    6 hrs 3 mins 6 changes
    15:46
    Headcorn
    Birkdale
    Headcorn to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:40
    5 hrs 38 mins 5 changes
    16:18
    Headcorn
    Birkdale
    Headcorn to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:43
    6 hrs 3 mins 6 changes
    16:46
    Headcorn
    Birkdale
    Headcorn to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:40
    5 hrs 38 mins 5 changes
    17:18
    Headcorn
    Birkdale
    Headcorn to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:43
    6 hrs 3 mins 6 changes
    17:46
    Headcorn
    Birkdale
    Headcorn to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:40
    5 hrs 38 mins 5 changes
    18:18
    Headcorn
    Birkdale
    Headcorn to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:10
    5 hrs 23 mins 5 changes
    18:33
    Headcorn
    Birkdale
    Headcorn to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:40
    5 hrs 38 mins 5 changes
    19:18
    Headcorn
    Birkdale
    Headcorn to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:45
    6 hrs 1 min 6 changes
    19:46
    Headcorn
    Birkdale
    Headcorn to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:10
    5 hrs 23 mins 5 changes
    20:33
    Headcorn
    Birkdale
    Headcorn to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:40
    5 hrs 38 mins 5 changes
    21:18
    Headcorn
    Birkdale
    Headcorn to Birkdale

About Headcorn Station

Station name Headcorn (HCN)
Address Headcorn station, Station Road, Headcorn, Kent, TN27 9SD
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:20
Saturday 07:10 - 13:50
Sunday 08:10 - 16:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
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 Headcorn and Birkdale

The travel time between Headcorn and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 23 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Headcorn and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

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Amenities on trains between Headcorn 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 Headcorn & Birkdale. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

Merseyrail, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Southeastern, Elizabeth Line, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Headcorn and Birkdale.

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