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Trains from York (YRK) to Birkdale (BDL)

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34

train journeys
per day

81

miles (131 kms)

3hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

02:48 / 01:14

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from York (YRK) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between York and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from York to Birkdale is approximately 81 miles (131 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 45 mins.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between York and Birkdale.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being York to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 11 mins.

Map of the rail routes from York to Birkdale

Journeys from York to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    02:48
    4 hrs 28 mins 4 changes
    07:16
    York
    Birkdale
    York to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:03
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    08:46
    York
    Birkdale
    York to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:05
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:18
    York
    Birkdale
    York to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:17
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    York
    Birkdale
    York to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:49
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    10:18
    York
    Birkdale
    York to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:19
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    York
    Birkdale
    York to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:50
    3 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    11:01
    York
    Birkdale
    York to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:19
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    York
    Birkdale
    York to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:50
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    12:18
    York
    Birkdale
    York to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:19
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    York
    Birkdale
    York to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:49
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    13:18
    York
    Birkdale
    York to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:20
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    York
    Birkdale
    York to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:49
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    14:18
    York
    Birkdale
    York to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:20
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    14:46
    York
    Birkdale
    York to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:48
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    15:01
    York
    Birkdale
    York to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:20
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    15:46
    York
    Birkdale
    York to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:49
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    16:18
    York
    Birkdale
    York to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:20
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    16:46
    York
    Birkdale
    York to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:50
    3 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    17:01
    York
    Birkdale
    York to Birkdale
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:20
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    17:46
    York
    Birkdale
    York to Birkdale

About York Station

Station name York (YRK)
Address York station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

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 York and Birkdale

The travel time between York and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between York and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:14.

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Amenities on trains between York 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 York & Birkdale. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between York and Birkdale.

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