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Trains from Virginia Water (VIR) to Birkdale (BDL)

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27

train journeys
per day

185

miles (298 kms)

4hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

00:24 / 00:33

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Virginia Water (VIR) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Virginia Water and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Virginia Water to Birkdale is approximately 185 miles (298 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 5 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Virginia Water and Birkdale.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Virginia Water to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 59 mins.

Journeys from Virginia Water to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    00:24
    10 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    10:33
    Virginia Water
    Birkdale
    Virginia Water to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:54
    5 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    11:18
    Virginia Water
    Birkdale
    Virginia Water to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:10
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    11:33
    Virginia Water
    Birkdale
    Virginia Water to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:09
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    12:18
    Virginia Water
    Birkdale
    Virginia Water to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:18
    5 hrs 30 mins 4 changes
    12:48
    Virginia Water
    Birkdale
    Virginia Water to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:19
    4 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    13:18
    Virginia Water
    Birkdale
    Virginia Water to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:54
    5 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    14:18
    Virginia Water
    Birkdale
    Virginia Water to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:54
    5 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    15:18
    Virginia Water
    Birkdale
    Virginia Water to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:24
    5 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    15:48
    Virginia Water
    Birkdale
    Virginia Water to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:54
    5 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    16:18
    Virginia Water
    Birkdale
    Virginia Water to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:24
    5 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    16:48
    Virginia Water
    Birkdale
    Virginia Water to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:54
    5 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    17:18
    Virginia Water
    Birkdale
    Virginia Water to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:54
    5 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    18:18
    Virginia Water
    Birkdale
    Virginia Water to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:24
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    18:33
    Virginia Water
    Birkdale
    Virginia Water to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:54
    5 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    19:18
    Virginia Water
    Birkdale
    Virginia Water to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:01
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    19:33
    Virginia Water
    Birkdale
    Virginia Water to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:24
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    20:33
    Virginia Water
    Birkdale
    Virginia Water to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:54
    5 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    21:18
    Virginia Water
    Birkdale
    Virginia Water to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:24
    5 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    22:03
    Virginia Water
    Birkdale
    Virginia Water to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:54
    5 hrs 24 mins 4 changes
    22:18
    Virginia Water
    Birkdale
    Virginia Water to Birkdale

About Virginia Water Station

Station name Virginia Water (VIR)
Address Virginia Water station, Station Approach, Virginia Water, Surrey, GU25 4AA
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 18:00
Saturday 08:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:00 - 15:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
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 Virginia Water and Birkdale

The travel time between Virginia Water and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Virginia Water and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:33.

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Amenities on trains between Virginia Water 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 Virginia Water & Birkdale. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Virginia Water and Birkdale.

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