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Trains from Imperial Wharf (IMW) to Birkdale (BDL)

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35

train journeys
per day

191

miles (307 kms)

4hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

05:08 / 00:07

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 6 changes)

7

operators run

10

routes

Trains from Imperial Wharf (IMW) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Imperial Wharf 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 Imperial Wharf to Birkdale is approximately 191 miles (307 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 59 mins.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Southern, Transport for Wales, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Imperial Wharf and Birkdale.

There are 10 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Imperial Wharf to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 20 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Imperial Wharf to Birkdale

Journeys from Imperial Wharf to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:08
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    09:33
    Imperial Wharf
    Birkdale
    Imperial Wharf to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:58
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    10:18
    Imperial Wharf
    Birkdale
    Imperial Wharf to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:27
    4 hrs 19 mins 5 changes
    10:46
    Imperial Wharf
    Birkdale
    Imperial Wharf to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:43
    4 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    11:18
    Imperial Wharf
    Birkdale
    Imperial Wharf to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:26
    4 hrs 20 mins 5 changes
    11:46
    Imperial Wharf
    Birkdale
    Imperial Wharf to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:44
    4 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    12:18
    Imperial Wharf
    Birkdale
    Imperial Wharf to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:26
    4 hrs 20 mins 5 changes
    12:46
    Imperial Wharf
    Birkdale
    Imperial Wharf to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:43
    4 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    13:18
    Imperial Wharf
    Birkdale
    Imperial Wharf to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:26
    4 hrs 20 mins 5 changes
    13:46
    Imperial Wharf
    Birkdale
    Imperial Wharf to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:44
    4 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    14:18
    Imperial Wharf
    Birkdale
    Imperial Wharf to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:27
    4 hrs 19 mins 5 changes
    14:46
    Imperial Wharf
    Birkdale
    Imperial Wharf to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:44
    4 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    15:18
    Imperial Wharf
    Birkdale
    Imperial Wharf to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:24
    4 hrs 22 mins 5 changes
    15:46
    Imperial Wharf
    Birkdale
    Imperial Wharf to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:45
    4 hrs 33 mins 4 changes
    16:18
    Imperial Wharf
    Birkdale
    Imperial Wharf to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:23
    4 hrs 23 mins 5 changes
    16:46
    Imperial Wharf
    Birkdale
    Imperial Wharf to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:44
    4 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    17:18
    Imperial Wharf
    Birkdale
    Imperial Wharf to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:26
    4 hrs 20 mins 5 changes
    17:46
    Imperial Wharf
    Birkdale
    Imperial Wharf to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:44
    4 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    18:18
    Imperial Wharf
    Birkdale
    Imperial Wharf to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:48
    4 hrs 45 mins 5 changes
    18:33
    Imperial Wharf
    Birkdale
    Imperial Wharf to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:25
    4 hrs 21 mins 5 changes
    18:46
    Imperial Wharf
    Birkdale
    Imperial Wharf to Birkdale

About Imperial Wharf Station

Station name Imperial Wharf (IMW)
Address Imperial Wharf station, Townmead Road, Chelsea, Greater London, SW6 2ZH
Managed by LO

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:30 - 12:00 16:15 - 18:15
Saturday 09:30 - 14:00
Sunday 10:00 - 12:30
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 Imperial Wharf and Birkdale

The travel time between Imperial Wharf and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Imperial Wharf 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 05:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:07.

First class tickets on trains between Imperial Wharf and Birkdale typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Southern, Transport for Wales, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Imperial Wharf and Birkdale.

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