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Trains from West Calder (WCL) to Birkdale (BDL)

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14

train journeys
per day

155

miles (249 kms)

4hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

06:55 / 23:38

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 5 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from West Calder (WCL) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between West Calder and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from West Calder to Birkdale is approximately 155 miles (249 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 45 mins.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between West Calder and Birkdale.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being West Calder to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 35 mins.

Map of the rail routes from West Calder to Birkdale

Journeys from West Calder to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:55
    4 hrs 51 mins 5 changes
    11:46
    West Calder
    Birkdale
    West Calder to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:11
    4 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    12:46
    West Calder
    Birkdale
    West Calder to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:59
    4 hrs 47 mins 5 changes
    13:46
    West Calder
    Birkdale
    West Calder to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:09
    4 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    14:46
    West Calder
    Birkdale
    West Calder to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:20
    5 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    15:46
    West Calder
    Birkdale
    West Calder to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:11
    4 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    16:46
    West Calder
    Birkdale
    West Calder to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:17
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    17:46
    West Calder
    Birkdale
    West Calder to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:08
    4 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    18:46
    West Calder
    Birkdale
    West Calder to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:17
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    19:46
    West Calder
    Birkdale
    West Calder to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:09
    4 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    20:46
    West Calder
    Birkdale
    West Calder to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:22
    5 hrs 39 mins 5 changes
    22:01
    West Calder
    Birkdale
    West Calder to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:08
    4 hrs 53 mins 4 changes
    23:01
    West Calder
    Birkdale
    West Calder to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:22
    10 hrs 19 mins 5 changes
    05:41
    West Calder
    Birkdale
    West Calder to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:02
    10 hrs 44 mins 5 changes
    09:46
    West Calder
    Birkdale
    West Calder to Birkdale

About West Calder Station

Station name West Calder (WCL)
Address West Calder station, Station Road, near Livingston, West Lothian, EH55 8BP
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
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 West Calder and Birkdale

The travel time between West Calder and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between West Calder and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:55, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:38.

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Amenities on trains between West Calder 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 West Calder & Birkdale. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between West Calder and Birkdale.

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