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Trains from Reading West to Birkdale (BDL)

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20

train journeys
per day

173

miles (278 kms)

4hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Reading West to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Birkdale is approximately 173 miles (278 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 36 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:52
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    10:33
    Reading West
    Birkdale
    Reading West to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:27
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    11:18
    Reading West
    Birkdale
    Reading West to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:56
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    11:33
    Reading West
    Birkdale
    Reading West to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:17
    5 hrs 1 min 4 changes
    12:18
    Reading West
    Birkdale
    Reading West to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:29
    5 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    12:48
    Reading West
    Birkdale
    Reading West to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:02
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    13:18
    Reading West
    Birkdale
    Reading West to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:59
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    14:18
    Reading West
    Birkdale
    Reading West to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:51
    5 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    15:18
    Reading West
    Birkdale
    Reading West to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:32
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    16:18
    Reading West
    Birkdale
    Reading West to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:46
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    17:18
    Reading West
    Birkdale
    Reading West to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:59
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    18:18
    Reading West
    Birkdale
    Reading West to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:51
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    18:33
    Reading West
    Birkdale
    Reading West to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:16
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    19:18
    Reading West
    Birkdale
    Reading West to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:45
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    19:33
    Reading West
    Birkdale
    Reading West to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:49
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    20:33
    Reading West
    Birkdale
    Reading West to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:31
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    22:18
    Reading West
    Birkdale
    Reading West to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:42
    5 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    23:18
    Reading West
    Birkdale
    Reading West to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    19:00
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    00:18
    Reading West
    Birkdale
    Reading West to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    21:01
    10 hrs 17 mins 4 changes
    07:18
    Reading West
    Birkdale
    Reading West to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    23:37
    10 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    10:33
    Reading West
    Birkdale
    Reading West to Birkdale

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

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 Reading West and Birkdale

The travel time between Reading West and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between Reading West 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 West & Birkdale. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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