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Trains from Kirkcaldy (KDY) to Birkdale (BDL)

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8

train journeys
per day

171

miles (276 kms)

4hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

05:57 / 00:36

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Kirkcaldy (KDY) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 8 scheduled rail journeys between Kirkcaldy and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Kirkcaldy to Birkdale is approximately 171 miles (276 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 30 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Kirkcaldy to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 28 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Kirkcaldy to Birkdale

Journeys from Kirkcaldy to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:57
    4 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    10:46
    Kirkcaldy
    Birkdale
    Kirkcaldy to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:03
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    12:46
    Kirkcaldy
    Birkdale
    Kirkcaldy to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:18
    4 hrs 28 mins 4 changes
    14:46
    Kirkcaldy
    Birkdale
    Kirkcaldy to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:59
    4 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    16:46
    Kirkcaldy
    Birkdale
    Kirkcaldy to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:08
    4 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    18:46
    Kirkcaldy
    Birkdale
    Kirkcaldy to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:08
    4 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    20:46
    Kirkcaldy
    Birkdale
    Kirkcaldy to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:13
    4 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    23:01
    Kirkcaldy
    Birkdale
    Kirkcaldy to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:50
    11 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    11:01
    Kirkcaldy
    Birkdale
    Kirkcaldy to Birkdale

About Kirkcaldy Station

Station name Kirkcaldy (KDY)
Address Kirkcaldy station, off Abottshall Road, Kirkcaldy, Fife, KY1 1YL
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 19:00
Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:15
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 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 Kirkcaldy and Birkdale

The travel time between Kirkcaldy and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Kirkcaldy and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 8 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:57, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:36.

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Amenities on trains between Kirkcaldy 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 Kirkcaldy & Birkdale. owever, there are 8 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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