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Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale (BDL)

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36

train journeys
per day

15

miles (24 kms)

1hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Preston (Lancs) and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 21 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and Birkdale.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:33
    1 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    07:16
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birkdale
    Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:10
    1 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    07:46
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birkdale
    Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:29
    1 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    08:01
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birkdale
    Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:18
    1 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    08:46
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birkdale
    Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:29
    1 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    09:01
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birkdale
    Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:17
    1 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    09:46
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birkdale
    Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:28
    1 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    10:01
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birkdale
    Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:18
    1 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birkdale
    Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:30
    1 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    11:01
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birkdale
    Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:18
    1 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birkdale
    Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:29
    1 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    12:01
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birkdale
    Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:18
    1 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birkdale
    Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:29
    1 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    13:01
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birkdale
    Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:18
    1 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birkdale
    Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:30
    1 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    14:01
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birkdale
    Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:18
    1 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    14:46
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birkdale
    Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:30
    1 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    15:01
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birkdale
    Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:18
    1 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    15:46
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birkdale
    Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:29
    1 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    16:01
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birkdale
    Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:18
    1 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    16:46
    Preston (Lancs)
    Birkdale
    Preston (Lancs) to Birkdale

About Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
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 Unavailable
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 Preston (Lancs) and Birkdale

The travel time between Preston (Lancs) and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Preston (Lancs) and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

First class tickets on trains between Preston (Lancs) and Birkdale typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Preston (Lancs) 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 Preston (Lancs) & Birkdale. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and Birkdale.

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