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Trains from St Margarets (London) (SMG) to Birkdale (BDL)

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40

train journeys
per day

188

miles (303 kms)

4hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

05:10 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 7 changes)

8

operators run

6

routes

Trains from St Margarets (London) (SMG) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 40 scheduled rail journeys between St Margarets (London) and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 40 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from St Margarets (London) to Birkdale is approximately 188 miles (303 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 22 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, South Western Railway, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Southern, London Overground, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between St Margarets (London) and Birkdale.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being St Margarets (London) to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 48 mins.

Map of the rail routes from St Margarets (London) to Birkdale

Journeys from St Margarets (London) to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:10
    5 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    10:18
    St Margarets (London)
    Birkdale
    St Margarets (London) to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:01
    4 hrs 45 mins 7 changes
    10:46
    St Margarets (London)
    Birkdale
    St Margarets (London) to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:15
    5 hrs 3 mins 5 changes
    11:18
    St Margarets (London)
    Birkdale
    St Margarets (London) to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:59
    4 hrs 47 mins 6 changes - overtaken train
    11:46
    St Margarets (London)
    Birkdale
    St Margarets (London) to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:01
    4 hrs 45 mins 7 changes
    11:46
    St Margarets (London)
    Birkdale
    St Margarets (London) to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:17
    5 hrs 1 min 5 changes
    12:18
    St Margarets (London)
    Birkdale
    St Margarets (London) to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:00
    4 hrs 46 mins 6 changes - overtaken train
    12:46
    St Margarets (London)
    Birkdale
    St Margarets (London) to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:01
    4 hrs 45 mins 7 changes
    12:46
    St Margarets (London)
    Birkdale
    St Margarets (London) to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:15
    5 hrs 3 mins 5 changes
    13:18
    St Margarets (London)
    Birkdale
    St Margarets (London) to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:00
    4 hrs 46 mins 6 changes
    13:46
    St Margarets (London)
    Birkdale
    St Margarets (London) to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:15
    5 hrs 3 mins 5 changes
    14:18
    St Margarets (London)
    Birkdale
    St Margarets (London) to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:00
    4 hrs 46 mins 6 changes - overtaken train
    14:46
    St Margarets (London)
    Birkdale
    St Margarets (London) to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:01
    4 hrs 45 mins 7 changes
    14:46
    St Margarets (London)
    Birkdale
    St Margarets (London) to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:15
    5 hrs 3 mins 5 changes
    15:18
    St Margarets (London)
    Birkdale
    St Margarets (London) to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:45
    5 hrs 1 min 6 changes
    15:46
    St Margarets (London)
    Birkdale
    St Margarets (London) to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:15
    5 hrs 3 mins 5 changes
    16:18
    St Margarets (London)
    Birkdale
    St Margarets (London) to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:45
    5 hrs 1 min 6 changes
    16:46
    St Margarets (London)
    Birkdale
    St Margarets (London) to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:15
    5 hrs 3 mins 5 changes
    17:18
    St Margarets (London)
    Birkdale
    St Margarets (London) to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:45
    5 hrs 1 min 6 changes
    17:46
    St Margarets (London)
    Birkdale
    St Margarets (London) to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:15
    5 hrs 3 mins 5 changes
    18:18
    St Margarets (London)
    Birkdale
    St Margarets (London) to Birkdale

About St Margarets (London) Station

Station name St Margarets (London) (SMG)
Address St Margarets station, St. Margarets Road, Twickenham, Greater London, TW1 2LH
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:20 - 19:00
Saturday 08:00 - 14:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
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 St Margarets (London) and Birkdale

The travel time between St Margarets (London) and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between St Margarets (London) and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 40 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:10, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

First class tickets on trains between St Margarets (London) and Birkdale typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between St Margarets (London) 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 St Margarets (London) & Birkdale. owever, there are 40 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, South Western Railway, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Southern, London Overground, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between St Margarets (London) and Birkdale.

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