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Trains from Rainford (RNF) to Birkdale (BDL)

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27

train journeys
per day

12

miles (19 kms)

1hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

06:32 / 20:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Rainford (RNF) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Rainford and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rainford to Birkdale is approximately 12 miles (19 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 33 mins.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Rainford and Birkdale.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rainford to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 9 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Rainford to Birkdale

Journeys from Rainford to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:32
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    07:48
    Rainford
    Birkdale
    Rainford to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:00
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    08:46
    Rainford
    Birkdale
    Rainford to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:33
    1 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    08:48
    Rainford
    Birkdale
    Rainford to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:00
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    Rainford
    Birkdale
    Rainford to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:32
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:48
    Rainford
    Birkdale
    Rainford to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:00
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Rainford
    Birkdale
    Rainford to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:32
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    10:48
    Rainford
    Birkdale
    Rainford to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:00
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Rainford
    Birkdale
    Rainford to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:32
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    11:48
    Rainford
    Birkdale
    Rainford to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:53
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Rainford
    Birkdale
    Rainford to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:32
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:48
    Rainford
    Birkdale
    Rainford to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:00
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Rainford
    Birkdale
    Rainford to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:32
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    13:48
    Rainford
    Birkdale
    Rainford to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:00
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    14:46
    Rainford
    Birkdale
    Rainford to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:32
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    Rainford
    Birkdale
    Rainford to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:24
    1 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    15:33
    Rainford
    Birkdale
    Rainford to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:46
    2 hrs 2 changes
    16:46
    Rainford
    Birkdale
    Rainford to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:32
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    16:48
    Rainford
    Birkdale
    Rainford to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:00
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    17:46
    Rainford
    Birkdale
    Rainford to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:32
    1 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    17:48
    Rainford
    Birkdale
    Rainford to Birkdale

About Rainford Station

Station name Rainford (RNF)
Address Rainford station, Junction Road, Rainford, Merseyside, WA11 8SJ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

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 Rainford and Birkdale

The travel time between Rainford and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rainford and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 20:25.

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Amenities on trains between Rainford 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 Rainford & Birkdale. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Rainford and Birkdale.

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