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Trains from Thirsk (THI) to Birkdale (BDL)

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21

train journeys
per day

78

miles (126 kms)

3hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

06:30 / 01:18

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Thirsk (THI) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Thirsk and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Thirsk to Birkdale is approximately 78 miles (126 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 23 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Thirsk and Birkdale.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Thirsk to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 48 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Thirsk to Birkdale

Journeys from Thirsk to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:30
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    10:18
    Thirsk
    Birkdale
    Thirsk to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:59
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Thirsk
    Birkdale
    Thirsk to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:59
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Thirsk
    Birkdale
    Thirsk to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:04
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    12:18
    Thirsk
    Birkdale
    Thirsk to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:59
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Thirsk
    Birkdale
    Thirsk to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:59
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Thirsk
    Birkdale
    Thirsk to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:08
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    14:18
    Thirsk
    Birkdale
    Thirsk to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:59
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    14:46
    Thirsk
    Birkdale
    Thirsk to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:59
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    15:46
    Thirsk
    Birkdale
    Thirsk to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:59
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    16:46
    Thirsk
    Birkdale
    Thirsk to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:59
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    17:46
    Thirsk
    Birkdale
    Thirsk to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:59
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    18:46
    Thirsk
    Birkdale
    Thirsk to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:10
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    19:18
    Thirsk
    Birkdale
    Thirsk to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:58
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    19:46
    Thirsk
    Birkdale
    Thirsk to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:59
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    20:46
    Thirsk
    Birkdale
    Thirsk to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:59
    3 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    21:48
    Thirsk
    Birkdale
    Thirsk to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:59
    3 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    22:48
    Thirsk
    Birkdale
    Thirsk to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:02
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    23:18
    Thirsk
    Birkdale
    Thirsk to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:59
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    00:03
    Thirsk
    Birkdale
    Thirsk to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    21:13
    9 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    06:48
    Thirsk
    Birkdale
    Thirsk to Birkdale

About Thirsk Station

Station name Thirsk (THI)
Address Thirsk station, Station Road, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 4LS
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:45
Saturday 06:00 - 19:45
Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
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 Thirsk and Birkdale

The travel time between Thirsk and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Thirsk and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:18.

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Amenities on trains between Thirsk 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 Thirsk & Birkdale. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Thirsk and Birkdale.

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