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Trains from Southampton Central to Birkdale (BDL)

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18

train journeys
per day

200

miles (322 kms)

5hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 23:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 6 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Central to Birkdale is approximately 200 miles (322 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 42 mins.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Birkdale.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 18 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Southampton Central to Birkdale

Journeys from Southampton Central to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:15
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    10:33
    Southampton Central
    Birkdale
    Southampton Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:15
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    11:33
    Southampton Central
    Birkdale
    Southampton Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:15
    5 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    12:46
    Southampton Central
    Birkdale
    Southampton Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:15
    5 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    13:46
    Southampton Central
    Birkdale
    Southampton Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:15
    5 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    14:46
    Southampton Central
    Birkdale
    Southampton Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:15
    5 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    15:46
    Southampton Central
    Birkdale
    Southampton Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:15
    5 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    16:46
    Southampton Central
    Birkdale
    Southampton Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:15
    5 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    17:46
    Southampton Central
    Birkdale
    Southampton Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:15
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    18:33
    Southampton Central
    Birkdale
    Southampton Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:15
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    19:33
    Southampton Central
    Birkdale
    Southampton Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:15
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    20:33
    Southampton Central
    Birkdale
    Southampton Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:15
    5 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    22:01
    Southampton Central
    Birkdale
    Southampton Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:30
    6 hrs 31 mins 6 changes
    23:01
    Southampton Central
    Birkdale
    Southampton Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:15
    6 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    23:18
    Southampton Central
    Birkdale
    Southampton Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:15
    6 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    00:18
    Southampton Central
    Birkdale
    Southampton Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:00
    12 hrs 33 mins 6 changes
    07:33
    Southampton Central
    Birkdale
    Southampton Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    21:30
    11 hrs 31 mins 6 changes
    09:01
    Southampton Central
    Birkdale
    Southampton Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:00
    12 hrs 33 mins 6 changes
    10:33
    Southampton Central
    Birkdale
    Southampton Central to Birkdale

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

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 Southampton Central and Birkdale

The travel time between Southampton Central and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:30.

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Amenities on trains between Southampton 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 Southampton Central & Birkdale. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Birkdale.

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