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Trains from Runcorn East (RUE) to Birkdale (BDL)

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35

train journeys
per day

25

miles (41 kms)

1hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

00:06 / 23:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Runcorn East (RUE) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Runcorn East and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Runcorn East to Birkdale is approximately 25 miles (41 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 21 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn East and Birkdale.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Runcorn East to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 34 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Runcorn East to Birkdale

Journeys from Runcorn East to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    00:06
    7 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    07:18
    Runcorn East
    Birkdale
    Runcorn East to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:26
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    08:18
    Runcorn East
    Birkdale
    Runcorn East to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:11
    1 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    08:46
    Runcorn East
    Birkdale
    Runcorn East to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:26
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    09:33
    Runcorn East
    Birkdale
    Runcorn East to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:12
    1 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    09:46
    Runcorn East
    Birkdale
    Runcorn East to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:27
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    10:33
    Runcorn East
    Birkdale
    Runcorn East to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:11
    1 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    10:46
    Runcorn East
    Birkdale
    Runcorn East to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:28
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:33
    Runcorn East
    Birkdale
    Runcorn East to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:12
    1 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    11:46
    Runcorn East
    Birkdale
    Runcorn East to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:25
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:33
    Runcorn East
    Birkdale
    Runcorn East to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:11
    1 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    12:46
    Runcorn East
    Birkdale
    Runcorn East to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:27
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    13:33
    Runcorn East
    Birkdale
    Runcorn East to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:11
    1 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    13:46
    Runcorn East
    Birkdale
    Runcorn East to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:25
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    14:33
    Runcorn East
    Birkdale
    Runcorn East to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:11
    1 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    14:46
    Runcorn East
    Birkdale
    Runcorn East to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:26
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:33
    Runcorn East
    Birkdale
    Runcorn East to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:11
    1 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    15:46
    Runcorn East
    Birkdale
    Runcorn East to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:25
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    16:33
    Runcorn East
    Birkdale
    Runcorn East to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:11
    1 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    16:46
    Runcorn East
    Birkdale
    Runcorn East to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:25
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    17:33
    Runcorn East
    Birkdale
    Runcorn East to Birkdale

About Runcorn East Station

Station name Runcorn East (RUE)
Address Runcorn East station, Barnfield Avenue, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 6EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 12:00
Saturday 08:00 - 13:15
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 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 Runcorn East and Birkdale

The travel time between Runcorn East and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Runcorn East and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:50.

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Amenities on trains between Runcorn East 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 Runcorn East & Birkdale. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn East and Birkdale.

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