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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Alexandria (ALX)

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9

train journeys
per day

174

miles (280 kms)

5hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

00:18 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Alexandria (ALX)

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On a typical weekday there are 9 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Alexandria , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 9 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Alexandria is approximately 174 miles (280 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 18 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Alexandria. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 40 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to Alexandria Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    00:18
    11 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    11:58
    Birkdale
    Alexandria
    Birkdale to Alexandria
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:01
    5 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    12:57
    Birkdale
    Alexandria
    Birkdale to Alexandria
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:18
    5 hrs 41 mins 4 changes
    13:59
    Birkdale
    Alexandria
    Birkdale to Alexandria
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:18
    5 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    15:58
    Birkdale
    Alexandria
    Birkdale to Alexandria
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:01
    5 hrs 57 mins 4 changes
    16:58
    Birkdale
    Alexandria
    Birkdale to Alexandria
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:18
    5 hrs 40 mins 4 changes
    17:58
    Birkdale
    Alexandria
    Birkdale to Alexandria
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:18
    5 hrs 41 mins 4 changes
    19:59
    Birkdale
    Alexandria
    Birkdale to Alexandria
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:01
    6 hrs 4 changes
    21:01
    Birkdale
    Alexandria
    Birkdale to Alexandria
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    23:22
    13 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    12:57
    Birkdale
    Alexandria
    Birkdale to Alexandria

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

About Alexandria Station

Station name Alexandria (ALX)
Address Alexandria station, 200 Bank Street, Alexandria, West Dunbartonshire, G83 0UL
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:45 - 19:39
Tuesday 06:45 - 19:39
Wednesday 06:45 - 19:39
Thursday 06:45 - 19:39
Friday 06:45 - 19:39
Saturday 06:45 - 19:39
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 Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Alexandria

The travel time between Birkdale and Alexandria by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Alexandria vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 9 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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Amenities on trains between Birkdale and Alexandria can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birkdale & Alexandria. owever, there are 9 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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