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Trains from Prittlewell (PRL) to Birkdale (BDL)

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31

train journeys
per day

212

miles (342 kms)

5hrs 46 mins

fastest journey

04:32 / 23:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (5 or 8 changes)

8

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Prittlewell (PRL) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Prittlewell and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Prittlewell to Birkdale is approximately 212 miles (342 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 18 mins.

West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Prittlewell and Birkdale.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Prittlewell to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 46 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Prittlewell to Birkdale

Journeys from Prittlewell to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    04:32
    6 hrs 14 mins 6 changes
    10:46
    Prittlewell
    Birkdale
    Prittlewell to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:12
    6 hrs 6 mins 5 changes
    11:18
    Prittlewell
    Birkdale
    Prittlewell to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:57
    5 hrs 49 mins 6 changes
    11:46
    Prittlewell
    Birkdale
    Prittlewell to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:12
    6 hrs 6 mins 5 changes
    12:18
    Prittlewell
    Birkdale
    Prittlewell to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:56
    5 hrs 50 mins 6 changes
    12:46
    Prittlewell
    Birkdale
    Prittlewell to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:18
    6 hrs 5 changes
    13:18
    Prittlewell
    Birkdale
    Prittlewell to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:00
    5 hrs 46 mins 6 changes
    13:46
    Prittlewell
    Birkdale
    Prittlewell to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:15
    6 hrs 3 mins 5 changes
    14:18
    Prittlewell
    Birkdale
    Prittlewell to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:52
    5 hrs 54 mins 6 changes
    14:46
    Prittlewell
    Birkdale
    Prittlewell to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:12
    6 hrs 6 mins 5 changes
    15:18
    Prittlewell
    Birkdale
    Prittlewell to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:53
    5 hrs 53 mins 6 changes
    15:46
    Prittlewell
    Birkdale
    Prittlewell to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:13
    6 hrs 5 mins 5 changes
    16:18
    Prittlewell
    Birkdale
    Prittlewell to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:53
    5 hrs 53 mins 6 changes
    16:46
    Prittlewell
    Birkdale
    Prittlewell to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:13
    6 hrs 5 mins 5 changes
    17:18
    Prittlewell
    Birkdale
    Prittlewell to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:53
    5 hrs 53 mins 6 changes
    17:46
    Prittlewell
    Birkdale
    Prittlewell to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:13
    6 hrs 5 mins 5 changes
    18:18
    Prittlewell
    Birkdale
    Prittlewell to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:33
    6 hrs 5 changes
    18:33
    Prittlewell
    Birkdale
    Prittlewell to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:53
    5 hrs 53 mins 6 changes
    18:46
    Prittlewell
    Birkdale
    Prittlewell to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:13
    6 hrs 5 mins 5 changes
    19:18
    Prittlewell
    Birkdale
    Prittlewell to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:53
    5 hrs 53 mins 6 changes
    19:46
    Prittlewell
    Birkdale
    Prittlewell to Birkdale

About Prittlewell Station

Station name Prittlewell (PRL)
Address Prittlewell station, Station Approach, Prittlewell, Essex, SS2 5BT
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 13:00
Saturday 06:00 - 13:00
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
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 Prittlewell and Birkdale

The travel time between Prittlewell and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Prittlewell and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

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Amenities on trains between Prittlewell 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 Prittlewell & Birkdale. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Prittlewell and Birkdale.

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