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Trains from Reading to Birkdale (BDL)

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23

train journeys
per day

173

miles (278 kms)

4hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

02:24 / 00:31

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 6 changes)

7

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Reading to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Birkdale is approximately 173 miles (278 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 12 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, London Overground, Merseyrail, Northern Rail, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Birkdale.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 18 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Reading to Birkdale

Journeys from Reading to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    02:24
    6 hrs 37 mins 6 changes
    09:01
    Reading
    Birkdale
    Reading to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    03:54
    6 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    10:18
    Reading
    Birkdale
    Reading to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:15
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    10:33
    Reading
    Birkdale
    Reading to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:45
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    11:18
    Reading
    Birkdale
    Reading to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:15
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    11:33
    Reading
    Birkdale
    Reading to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:15
    4 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    12:46
    Reading
    Birkdale
    Reading to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:15
    4 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    13:46
    Reading
    Birkdale
    Reading to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:15
    4 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    14:46
    Reading
    Birkdale
    Reading to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:15
    4 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    15:46
    Reading
    Birkdale
    Reading to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:45
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    16:18
    Reading
    Birkdale
    Reading to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:15
    4 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    16:46
    Reading
    Birkdale
    Reading to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:15
    4 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    17:46
    Reading
    Birkdale
    Reading to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:15
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    18:33
    Reading
    Birkdale
    Reading to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:45
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    19:18
    Reading
    Birkdale
    Reading to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:14
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    19:33
    Reading
    Birkdale
    Reading to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:15
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    20:33
    Reading
    Birkdale
    Reading to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:15
    4 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    22:01
    Reading
    Birkdale
    Reading to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:45
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    22:18
    Reading
    Birkdale
    Reading to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:58
    5 hrs 3 mins 6 changes
    23:01
    Reading
    Birkdale
    Reading to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:15
    5 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    23:18
    Reading
    Birkdale
    Reading to Birkdale

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 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 Available
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 Reading and Birkdale

The travel time between Reading and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:31.

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Amenities on trains between Reading 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 Reading & Birkdale. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, London Overground, Merseyrail, Northern Rail, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Birkdale.

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