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Trains from Rutherglen (RUT) to Birkdale (BDL)

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16

train journeys
per day

159

miles (256 kms)

4hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

07:32 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Rutherglen (RUT) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Rutherglen and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rutherglen to Birkdale is approximately 159 miles (256 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 48 mins.

ScotRail, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Rutherglen and Birkdale.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rutherglen to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Rutherglen to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:32
    4 hrs 14 mins 4 changes
    11:46
    Rutherglen
    Birkdale
    Rutherglen to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:12
    4 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    12:46
    Rutherglen
    Birkdale
    Rutherglen to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:07
    4 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    13:46
    Rutherglen
    Birkdale
    Rutherglen to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:14
    4 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    14:46
    Rutherglen
    Birkdale
    Rutherglen to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:41
    4 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    15:46
    Rutherglen
    Birkdale
    Rutherglen to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:15
    4 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    16:46
    Rutherglen
    Birkdale
    Rutherglen to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:06
    4 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    17:46
    Rutherglen
    Birkdale
    Rutherglen to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:06
    4 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    18:46
    Rutherglen
    Birkdale
    Rutherglen to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:42
    4 hrs 4 mins 4 changes
    19:46
    Rutherglen
    Birkdale
    Rutherglen to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:14
    4 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    20:46
    Rutherglen
    Birkdale
    Rutherglen to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:06
    4 hrs 55 mins 4 changes
    22:01
    Rutherglen
    Birkdale
    Rutherglen to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    18:16
    4 hrs 45 mins 4 changes
    23:01
    Rutherglen
    Birkdale
    Rutherglen to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    19:43
    9 hrs 58 mins 4 changes
    05:41
    Rutherglen
    Birkdale
    Rutherglen to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    22:47
    9 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    08:18
    Rutherglen
    Birkdale
    Rutherglen to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    23:32
    9 hrs 14 mins 4 changes
    08:46
    Rutherglen
    Birkdale
    Rutherglen to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    23:49
    9 hrs 57 mins 4 changes
    09:46
    Rutherglen
    Birkdale
    Rutherglen to Birkdale

About Rutherglen Station

Station name Rutherglen (RUT)
Address Rutherglen station, Victoria Street, Rutherglen station, Glasgow City, G73 1DB
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 23:15
Saturday 06:25 - 23:15
Sunday 08:25 - 23:15
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 Rutherglen and Birkdale

The travel time between Rutherglen and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 48 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rutherglen and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between Rutherglen 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 Rutherglen & Birkdale. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Rutherglen and Birkdale.

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