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Trains from Thatcham (THA) to Birkdale (BDL)

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23

train journeys
per day

171

miles (276 kms)

4hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 7 changes)

7

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Thatcham (THA) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Thatcham and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Thatcham to Birkdale is approximately 171 miles (276 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 33 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, London Overground, Merseyrail, Northern Rail, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Thatcham and Birkdale.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Thatcham to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 43 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Thatcham to Birkdale

Journeys from Thatcham to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:33
    5 hrs 3 changes
    10:33
    Thatcham
    Birkdale
    Thatcham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:54
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    11:18
    Thatcham
    Birkdale
    Thatcham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:50
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    11:33
    Thatcham
    Birkdale
    Thatcham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:28
    5 hrs 18 mins 5 changes - overtaken train
    12:46
    Thatcham
    Birkdale
    Thatcham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:29
    5 hrs 17 mins 6 changes
    12:46
    Thatcham
    Birkdale
    Thatcham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:24
    5 hrs 22 mins 7 changes
    13:46
    Thatcham
    Birkdale
    Thatcham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:31
    5 hrs 15 mins 5 changes
    14:46
    Thatcham
    Birkdale
    Thatcham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:31
    5 hrs 15 mins 5 changes
    15:46
    Thatcham
    Birkdale
    Thatcham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:09
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    16:18
    Thatcham
    Birkdale
    Thatcham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:28
    5 hrs 18 mins 5 changes
    17:46
    Thatcham
    Birkdale
    Thatcham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:15
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    18:33
    Thatcham
    Birkdale
    Thatcham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:02
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    19:18
    Thatcham
    Birkdale
    Thatcham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:27
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    19:33
    Thatcham
    Birkdale
    Thatcham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:14
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    20:33
    Thatcham
    Birkdale
    Thatcham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:40
    5 hrs 21 mins 5 changes
    22:01
    Thatcham
    Birkdale
    Thatcham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:12
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    22:18
    Thatcham
    Birkdale
    Thatcham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:20
    5 hrs 58 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    00:18
    Thatcham
    Birkdale
    Thatcham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:27
    5 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    00:18
    Thatcham
    Birkdale
    Thatcham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:49
    11 hrs 29 mins 7 changes
    07:18
    Thatcham
    Birkdale
    Thatcham to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:04
    10 hrs 57 mins 6 changes - overtaken train
    09:01
    Thatcham
    Birkdale
    Thatcham to Birkdale

About Thatcham Station

Station name Thatcham (THA)
Address Thatcham station, Station Road, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 4PP
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 12:30
Saturday 06:50 - 13:20
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
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 Thatcham and Birkdale

The travel time between Thatcham and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Thatcham and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Thatcham 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 Thatcham & Birkdale. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, London Overground, Merseyrail, Northern Rail, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Thatcham and Birkdale.

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