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Trains from Sleaford (SLR) to Birkdale (BDL)

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16

train journeys
per day

116

miles (187 kms)

4hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

06:35 / 23:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Sleaford (SLR) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Sleaford 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 Sleaford to Birkdale is approximately 116 miles (187 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 23 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Sleaford and Birkdale.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Sleaford to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Sleaford to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:35
    5 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    12:03
    Sleaford
    Birkdale
    Sleaford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:13
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    13:01
    Sleaford
    Birkdale
    Sleaford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:15
    5 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    14:18
    Sleaford
    Birkdale
    Sleaford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:17
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    15:03
    Sleaford
    Birkdale
    Sleaford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:13
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    16:18
    Sleaford
    Birkdale
    Sleaford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:17
    5 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    17:01
    Sleaford
    Birkdale
    Sleaford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:18
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    17:03
    Sleaford
    Birkdale
    Sleaford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:13
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    18:18
    Sleaford
    Birkdale
    Sleaford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:16
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    19:01
    Sleaford
    Birkdale
    Sleaford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:15
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    19:03
    Sleaford
    Birkdale
    Sleaford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:15
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    20:33
    Sleaford
    Birkdale
    Sleaford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:14
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    21:18
    Sleaford
    Birkdale
    Sleaford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:08
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    22:01
    Sleaford
    Birkdale
    Sleaford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:16
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    22:18
    Sleaford
    Birkdale
    Sleaford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    19:06
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    00:03
    Sleaford
    Birkdale
    Sleaford to Birkdale
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    22:17
    9 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    08:03
    Sleaford
    Birkdale
    Sleaford to Birkdale

About Sleaford Station

Station name Sleaford (SLR)
Address Sleaford station, Station Street, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 7RG
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:30 - 13:30
Saturday 07:30 - 13:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
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 Sleaford and Birkdale

The travel time between Sleaford and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Sleaford 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 06:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:05.

First class tickets on trains between Sleaford and Birkdale typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Sleaford and Birkdale.

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