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Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Birkdale (BDL)

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31

train journeys
per day

213

miles (343 kms)

5hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

04:24 / 00:14

first / last train

0

direct trains (6 or 7 changes)

8

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Southend Central and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southend Central to Birkdale is approximately 213 miles (343 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 49 mins.

Merseyrail, c2c, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Central and Birkdale.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend Central to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 56 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Southend Central to Birkdale

Journeys from Southend Central to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    04:24
    6 hrs 22 mins 7 changes
    10:46
    Southend Central
    Birkdale
    Southend Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:08
    6 hrs 10 mins 6 changes
    11:18
    Southend Central
    Birkdale
    Southend Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:53
    5 hrs 53 mins 7 changes
    11:46
    Southend Central
    Birkdale
    Southend Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:49
    5 hrs 57 mins 7 changes
    12:46
    Southend Central
    Birkdale
    Southend Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:49
    6 hrs 29 mins 6 changes - overtaken train
    13:18
    Southend Central
    Birkdale
    Southend Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:57
    6 hrs 21 mins 7 changes
    13:18
    Southend Central
    Birkdale
    Southend Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:48
    5 hrs 58 mins 7 changes
    13:46
    Southend Central
    Birkdale
    Southend Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:09
    6 hrs 9 mins 6 changes
    14:18
    Southend Central
    Birkdale
    Southend Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:50
    5 hrs 56 mins 7 changes
    14:46
    Southend Central
    Birkdale
    Southend Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:03
    6 hrs 15 mins 6 changes
    15:18
    Southend Central
    Birkdale
    Southend Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:50
    5 hrs 56 mins 7 changes
    15:46
    Southend Central
    Birkdale
    Southend Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:50
    5 hrs 56 mins 7 changes
    16:46
    Southend Central
    Birkdale
    Southend Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:06
    6 hrs 12 mins 6 changes
    17:18
    Southend Central
    Birkdale
    Southend Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:50
    5 hrs 56 mins 7 changes
    17:46
    Southend Central
    Birkdale
    Southend Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:06
    6 hrs 12 mins 6 changes
    18:18
    Southend Central
    Birkdale
    Southend Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:20
    6 hrs 13 mins 6 changes
    18:33
    Southend Central
    Birkdale
    Southend Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:50
    5 hrs 56 mins 7 changes
    18:46
    Southend Central
    Birkdale
    Southend Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:06
    6 hrs 12 mins 6 changes
    19:18
    Southend Central
    Birkdale
    Southend Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:50
    5 hrs 56 mins 7 changes
    19:46
    Southend Central
    Birkdale
    Southend Central to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:20
    6 hrs 13 mins 6 changes
    20:33
    Southend Central
    Birkdale
    Southend Central to Birkdale

About Southend Central Station

Station name Southend Central (SOC)
Address Southend Central station, Clifftown Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1AB
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 18:45
Saturday 06:30 - 21:00
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Southend Central and Birkdale

The travel time between Southend Central and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 49 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend Central and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:14.

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

Amenities on trains between Southend 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 Southend Central & Birkdale. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

Merseyrail, c2c, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Central and Birkdale.

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