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Trains from Plumstead (PLU) to Birkdale (BDL)

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21

train journeys
per day

197

miles (317 kms)

5hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

05:31 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (5 or 8 changes)

11

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Plumstead (PLU) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Plumstead and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Plumstead to Birkdale is approximately 197 miles (317 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 28 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Transport for Wales, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, London Overground, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Plumstead and Birkdale.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Plumstead to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 15 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Plumstead to Birkdale

Journeys from Plumstead to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:31
    5 hrs 47 mins 6 changes
    11:18
    Plumstead
    Birkdale
    Plumstead to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:01
    5 hrs 32 mins 6 changes
    11:33
    Plumstead
    Birkdale
    Plumstead to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:31
    5 hrs 15 mins 7 changes
    11:46
    Plumstead
    Birkdale
    Plumstead to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:31
    5 hrs 15 mins 7 changes
    12:46
    Plumstead
    Birkdale
    Plumstead to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:31
    5 hrs 15 mins 7 changes
    13:46
    Plumstead
    Birkdale
    Plumstead to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:31
    5 hrs 15 mins 7 changes
    14:46
    Plumstead
    Birkdale
    Plumstead to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:31
    5 hrs 15 mins 7 changes
    15:46
    Plumstead
    Birkdale
    Plumstead to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:31
    5 hrs 15 mins 7 changes
    16:46
    Plumstead
    Birkdale
    Plumstead to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:31
    5 hrs 15 mins 7 changes
    17:46
    Plumstead
    Birkdale
    Plumstead to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:01
    5 hrs 32 mins 6 changes
    18:33
    Plumstead
    Birkdale
    Plumstead to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:31
    5 hrs 15 mins 7 changes
    18:46
    Plumstead
    Birkdale
    Plumstead to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:31
    5 hrs 15 mins 7 changes
    19:46
    Plumstead
    Birkdale
    Plumstead to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:31
    5 hrs 15 mins 7 changes
    20:46
    Plumstead
    Birkdale
    Plumstead to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:31
    5 hrs 30 mins 7 changes
    22:01
    Plumstead
    Birkdale
    Plumstead to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:37
    5 hrs 56 mins 6 changes
    22:33
    Plumstead
    Birkdale
    Plumstead to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:31
    5 hrs 30 mins 7 changes
    23:01
    Plumstead
    Birkdale
    Plumstead to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:31
    5 hrs 47 mins 6 changes
    00:18
    Plumstead
    Birkdale
    Plumstead to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:41
    11 hrs 37 mins 6 changes
    07:18
    Plumstead
    Birkdale
    Plumstead to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    20:31
    11 hrs 47 mins 5 changes
    08:18
    Plumstead
    Birkdale
    Plumstead to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:26
    9 hrs 35 mins 8 changes
    09:01
    Plumstead
    Birkdale
    Plumstead to Birkdale

About Plumstead Station

Station name Plumstead (PLU)
Address Plumstead station, Walmer Terrace, Plumstead, Greater London, SE18 7EA
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:30
Saturday 06:10 - 19:30
Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
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 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 Plumstead and Birkdale

The travel time between Plumstead and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Plumstead and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:31, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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Amenities on trains between Plumstead 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 Plumstead & Birkdale. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Transport for Wales, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, London Overground, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Plumstead and Birkdale.

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