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Trains from Newcastle (NCL) to Birkdale (BDL)

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34

train journeys
per day

108

miles (174 kms)

4hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

04:50 / 00:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Newcastle (NCL) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Newcastle and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Newcastle to Birkdale is approximately 108 miles (174 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 11 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Newcastle and Birkdale.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Newcastle to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 17 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Newcastle to Birkdale

Journeys from Newcastle to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    04:50
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    09:18
    Newcastle
    Birkdale
    Newcastle to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:33
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    10:18
    Newcastle
    Birkdale
    Newcastle to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:20
    4 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    10:46
    Newcastle
    Birkdale
    Newcastle to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:43
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    11:01
    Newcastle
    Birkdale
    Newcastle to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:25
    4 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    11:46
    Newcastle
    Birkdale
    Newcastle to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:43
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    12:18
    Newcastle
    Birkdale
    Newcastle to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:00
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    12:46
    Newcastle
    Birkdale
    Newcastle to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:06
    4 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    12:46
    Newcastle
    Birkdale
    Newcastle to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:45
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    13:18
    Newcastle
    Birkdale
    Newcastle to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:58
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Newcastle
    Birkdale
    Newcastle to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:43
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    14:18
    Newcastle
    Birkdale
    Newcastle to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:23
    4 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    14:46
    Newcastle
    Birkdale
    Newcastle to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:43
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    15:01
    Newcastle
    Birkdale
    Newcastle to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:23
    4 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    15:46
    Newcastle
    Birkdale
    Newcastle to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:43
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    16:18
    Newcastle
    Birkdale
    Newcastle to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:23
    4 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    16:46
    Newcastle
    Birkdale
    Newcastle to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:44
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    17:01
    Newcastle
    Birkdale
    Newcastle to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:58
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    17:46
    Newcastle
    Birkdale
    Newcastle to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:44
    4 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    18:18
    Newcastle
    Birkdale
    Newcastle to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:23
    4 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    18:46
    Newcastle
    Birkdale
    Newcastle to Birkdale

About Newcastle Station

Station name Newcastle (NCL)
Address Newcastle-upon-Tyne station, Neville Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 5DL
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
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 Available

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 Newcastle and Birkdale

The travel time between Newcastle and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Newcastle and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:09.

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Amenities on trains between Newcastle 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 Newcastle & Birkdale. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Newcastle and Birkdale.

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