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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Chatham (CTM)

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26

train journeys
per day

215

miles (346 kms)

4hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

00:18 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 5 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Chatham (CTM)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Chatham , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Chatham is approximately 215 miles (346 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 59 mins.

Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Chatham.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Chatham. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 53 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Birkdale to Chatham

Journeys from Birkdale to Chatham Today

  • Mon 11th Nov
    00:18
    10 hrs 38 mins5 changes
    10:56
    Birkdale
    Chatham
    Birkdale to Chatham
  • Mon 11th Nov
    06:22
    5 hrs 8 mins4 changes
    11:30
    Birkdale
    Chatham
    Birkdale to Chatham
  • Mon 11th Nov
    06:45
    5 hrs 11 mins5 changes
    11:56
    Birkdale
    Chatham
    Birkdale to Chatham
  • Mon 11th Nov
    07:22
    5 hrs 8 mins4 changes
    12:30
    Birkdale
    Chatham
    Birkdale to Chatham
  • Mon 11th Nov
    07:45
    5 hrs 11 mins5 changes
    12:56
    Birkdale
    Chatham
    Birkdale to Chatham
  • Mon 11th Nov
    07:52
    5 hrs 8 mins4 changes
    13:00
    Birkdale
    Chatham
    Birkdale to Chatham
  • Mon 11th Nov
    08:37
    4 hrs 53 mins4 changes
    13:30
    Birkdale
    Chatham
    Birkdale to Chatham
  • Mon 11th Nov
    08:45
    5 hrs 11 mins5 changes
    13:56
    Birkdale
    Chatham
    Birkdale to Chatham
  • Mon 11th Nov
    09:37
    4 hrs 53 mins4 changes
    14:30
    Birkdale
    Chatham
    Birkdale to Chatham
  • Mon 11th Nov
    09:45
    5 hrs 11 mins5 changes
    14:56
    Birkdale
    Chatham
    Birkdale to Chatham
  • Mon 11th Nov
    10:37
    4 hrs 53 mins4 changes
    15:30
    Birkdale
    Chatham
    Birkdale to Chatham
  • Mon 11th Nov
    10:45
    5 hrs 11 mins5 changes
    15:56
    Birkdale
    Chatham
    Birkdale to Chatham
  • Mon 11th Nov
    11:37
    4 hrs 53 mins4 changes
    16:30
    Birkdale
    Chatham
    Birkdale to Chatham
  • Mon 11th Nov
    12:37
    4 hrs 54 mins4 changes
    17:31
    Birkdale
    Chatham
    Birkdale to Chatham
  • Mon 11th Nov
    12:45
    5 hrs 8 mins5 changes
    17:53
    Birkdale
    Chatham
    Birkdale to Chatham
  • Mon 11th Nov
    13:37
    5 hrs 1 min4 changes
    18:38
    Birkdale
    Chatham
    Birkdale to Chatham
  • Mon 11th Nov
    14:22
    5 hrs 17 mins4 changes
    19:39
    Birkdale
    Chatham
    Birkdale to Chatham
  • Mon 11th Nov
    14:45
    5 hrs 11 mins5 changes
    19:56
    Birkdale
    Chatham
    Birkdale to Chatham
  • Mon 11th Nov
    15:37
    4 hrs 53 mins4 changes
    20:30
    Birkdale
    Chatham
    Birkdale to Chatham
  • Mon 11th Nov
    16:45
    5 hrs 11 mins5 changes
    21:56
    Birkdale
    Chatham
    Birkdale to Chatham

About Birkdale Station

Station name Birkdale (BDL)
AddressBirkdale station, Liverpool Road, Birkdale, Southport, PR8 4AF
Managed byME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 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 DepartureAvailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Chatham Station

Station name Chatham (CTM)
AddressChatham station, Railway Street, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6PN
Managed bySE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:50 - 20:00
Saturday 06:20 - 20:00
Sunday 07:10 - 19:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Chatham

The travel time between Birkdale and Chatham by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Chatham vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Birkdale and Chatham 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 & Chatham. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Chatham.

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