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Trains from Purfleet (PFL) to Birkdale (BDL)

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22

train journeys
per day

202

miles (325 kms)

5hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

05:00 / 23:28

first / last train

0

direct trains (6 or 8 changes)

7

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Purfleet (PFL) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Purfleet and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Purfleet to Birkdale is approximately 202 miles (325 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 38 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Overground, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Northern Rail, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Purfleet and Birkdale.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Purfleet to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 30 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Purfleet to Birkdale

Journeys from Purfleet to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:00
    5 hrs 46 mins 7 changes
    10:46
    Purfleet
    Birkdale
    Purfleet to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:30
    5 hrs 48 mins 6 changes
    11:18
    Purfleet
    Birkdale
    Purfleet to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:12
    5 hrs 34 mins 7 changes
    11:46
    Purfleet
    Birkdale
    Purfleet to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:28
    5 hrs 50 mins 6 changes
    12:18
    Purfleet
    Birkdale
    Purfleet to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:12
    5 hrs 34 mins 7 changes
    12:46
    Purfleet
    Birkdale
    Purfleet to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:30
    5 hrs 48 mins 6 changes
    13:18
    Purfleet
    Birkdale
    Purfleet to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:16
    5 hrs 30 mins 7 changes
    13:46
    Purfleet
    Birkdale
    Purfleet to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:14
    5 hrs 32 mins 7 changes
    14:46
    Purfleet
    Birkdale
    Purfleet to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:16
    5 hrs 30 mins 7 changes
    15:46
    Purfleet
    Birkdale
    Purfleet to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:16
    5 hrs 30 mins 7 changes
    16:46
    Purfleet
    Birkdale
    Purfleet to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:16
    5 hrs 30 mins 7 changes
    17:46
    Purfleet
    Birkdale
    Purfleet to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:16
    5 hrs 30 mins 7 changes
    18:46
    Purfleet
    Birkdale
    Purfleet to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:16
    5 hrs 30 mins 7 changes
    19:46
    Purfleet
    Birkdale
    Purfleet to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:16
    5 hrs 30 mins 7 changes
    20:46
    Purfleet
    Birkdale
    Purfleet to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:15
    5 hrs 46 mins 7 changes
    22:01
    Purfleet
    Birkdale
    Purfleet to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:43
    5 hrs 50 mins 6 changes
    22:33
    Purfleet
    Birkdale
    Purfleet to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:13
    5 hrs 48 mins 7 changes
    23:01
    Purfleet
    Birkdale
    Purfleet to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:29
    5 hrs 49 mins 6 changes
    00:18
    Purfleet
    Birkdale
    Purfleet to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:47
    11 hrs 31 mins 6 changes
    07:18
    Purfleet
    Birkdale
    Purfleet to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:18
    10 hrs 43 mins 7 changes
    09:01
    Purfleet
    Birkdale
    Purfleet to Birkdale

About Purfleet Station

Station name Purfleet (PFL)
Address Purfleet station, London Road, Purfleet, Essex, RM19 1PP
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 09:50
Saturday Closed
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 Purfleet and Birkdale

The travel time between Purfleet and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Purfleet and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:28.

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

Amenities on trains between Purfleet 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 Purfleet & Birkdale. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Overground, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Northern Rail, c2c are the main train operating companies running services between Purfleet and Birkdale.

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