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Trains from Long Preston to Birkdale (BDL)

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13

train journeys
per day

40

miles (65 kms)

3hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 21:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 5 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Long Preston to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Long Preston and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Long Preston to Birkdale is approximately 40 miles (65 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 10 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Long Preston to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 19 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Long Preston to Birkdale

Journeys from Long Preston to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:40
    3 hrs 6 mins 4 changes
    08:46
    Long Preston
    Birkdale
    Long Preston to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:42
    3 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    11:01
    Long Preston
    Birkdale
    Long Preston to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:13
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Long Preston
    Birkdale
    Long Preston to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:14
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    14:46
    Long Preston
    Birkdale
    Long Preston to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:39
    4 hrs 7 mins 5 changes
    15:46
    Long Preston
    Birkdale
    Long Preston to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:15
    3 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    16:46
    Long Preston
    Birkdale
    Long Preston to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:39
    4 hrs 7 mins 5 changes
    17:46
    Long Preston
    Birkdale
    Long Preston to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:15
    3 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    18:46
    Long Preston
    Birkdale
    Long Preston to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:40
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    19:46
    Long Preston
    Birkdale
    Long Preston to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:36
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    20:46
    Long Preston
    Birkdale
    Long Preston to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:26
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    22:01
    Long Preston
    Birkdale
    Long Preston to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:39
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    22:48
    Long Preston
    Birkdale
    Long Preston to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    20:17
    9 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    05:41
    Long Preston
    Birkdale
    Long Preston to Birkdale

About Long Preston Station

Station name Long Preston (LPR)
Address Long Preston station, Station Road, Long Preston, North Yorkshire, BD23 4NH
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
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 Long Preston and Birkdale

The travel time between Long Preston and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Long Preston and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 21:15.

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Amenities on trains between Long Preston 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 Long Preston & Birkdale. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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