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Trains from Salford Central (SFD) to Birkdale (BDL)

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37

train journeys
per day

32

miles (52 kms)

1hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

05:37 / 01:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Salford Central (SFD) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Salford Central and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 37 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Salford Central to Birkdale is approximately 32 miles (52 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 10 mins.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Salford Central and Birkdale.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Salford Central to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from Salford Central to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:37
    1 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    07:16
    Salford Central
    Birkdale
    Salford Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:10
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    07:46
    Salford Central
    Birkdale
    Salford Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:35
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    08:01
    Salford Central
    Birkdale
    Salford Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:11
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    08:46
    Salford Central
    Birkdale
    Salford Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:18
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    09:01
    Salford Central
    Birkdale
    Salford Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:10
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    09:46
    Salford Central
    Birkdale
    Salford Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:18
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    10:01
    Salford Central
    Birkdale
    Salford Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:12
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    10:46
    Salford Central
    Birkdale
    Salford Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:18
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    11:01
    Salford Central
    Birkdale
    Salford Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:12
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    11:46
    Salford Central
    Birkdale
    Salford Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:18
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    12:01
    Salford Central
    Birkdale
    Salford Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:12
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    12:46
    Salford Central
    Birkdale
    Salford Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:18
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    13:01
    Salford Central
    Birkdale
    Salford Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:12
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    13:46
    Salford Central
    Birkdale
    Salford Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:18
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    14:01
    Salford Central
    Birkdale
    Salford Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:12
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    14:46
    Salford Central
    Birkdale
    Salford Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:31
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    15:01
    Salford Central
    Birkdale
    Salford Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:12
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    15:46
    Salford Central
    Birkdale
    Salford Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:18
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    16:01
    Salford Central
    Birkdale
    Salford Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:12
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    16:46
    Salford Central
    Birkdale
    Salford Central to Birkdale

About Salford Central Station

Station name Salford Central (SFD)
Address Salford Central station, New Bailey Street, Salford, Greater Manchester, M3 5ET
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:25 - 19:35
Tuesday 06:25 - 19:35
Wednesday 06:25 - 19:35
Thursday 06:25 - 19:35
Friday 06:25 - 19:35
Saturday 06:25 - 19:35
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
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 Salford Central and Birkdale

The travel time between Salford Central and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Salford Central and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:11.

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Amenities on trains between Salford Central 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 Salford Central & Birkdale. owever, there are 37 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Salford Central and Birkdale.

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