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Trains from Kirby Cross (KBX) to Birkdale (BDL)

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14

train journeys
per day

216

miles (347 kms)

6hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

05:39 / 22:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (6 or 9 changes)

7

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Kirby Cross (KBX) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Kirby Cross and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Kirby Cross to Birkdale is approximately 216 miles (347 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 34 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, London Overground, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Northern Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Kirby Cross and Birkdale.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Kirby Cross to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 39 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Kirby Cross to Birkdale

Journeys from Kirby Cross to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:39
    7 hrs 7 mins 7 changes
    12:46
    Kirby Cross
    Birkdale
    Kirby Cross to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:02
    6 hrs 44 mins 7 changes
    13:46
    Kirby Cross
    Birkdale
    Kirby Cross to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:07
    6 hrs 39 mins 7 changes
    14:46
    Kirby Cross
    Birkdale
    Kirby Cross to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:04
    6 hrs 42 mins 7 changes
    15:46
    Kirby Cross
    Birkdale
    Kirby Cross to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:04
    6 hrs 42 mins 7 changes
    16:46
    Kirby Cross
    Birkdale
    Kirby Cross to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:04
    6 hrs 42 mins 7 changes
    17:46
    Kirby Cross
    Birkdale
    Kirby Cross to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:04
    6 hrs 42 mins 7 changes
    18:46
    Kirby Cross
    Birkdale
    Kirby Cross to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:04
    6 hrs 42 mins 7 changes
    19:46
    Kirby Cross
    Birkdale
    Kirby Cross to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:04
    6 hrs 42 mins 7 changes
    20:46
    Kirby Cross
    Birkdale
    Kirby Cross to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:04
    6 hrs 57 mins 7 changes
    22:01
    Kirby Cross
    Birkdale
    Kirby Cross to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:04
    6 hrs 57 mins 7 changes
    23:01
    Kirby Cross
    Birkdale
    Kirby Cross to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:04
    7 hrs 14 mins 6 changes
    00:18
    Kirby Cross
    Birkdale
    Kirby Cross to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:03
    13 hrs 15 mins 7 changes
    07:18
    Kirby Cross
    Birkdale
    Kirby Cross to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:04
    10 hrs 57 mins 9 changes
    09:01
    Kirby Cross
    Birkdale
    Kirby Cross to Birkdale

About Kirby Cross Station

Station name Kirby Cross (KBX)
Address Kirby Cross station, Station Road, Kirby Cross, Essex, CO13 0LU
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
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 Kirby Cross and Birkdale

The travel time between Kirby Cross and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Kirby Cross and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:10.

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Amenities on trains between Kirby Cross 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 Kirby Cross & Birkdale. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Avanti West Coast, London Overground, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Northern Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Kirby Cross and Birkdale.

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