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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Exeter Central (EXC)

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7

train journeys
per day

202

miles (325 kms)

7hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

07:46 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

1

route

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Exeter Central (EXC)

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On a typical weekday there are 7 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Exeter Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 7 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Exeter Central is approximately 202 miles (325 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 10 mins.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Exeter Central.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Exeter Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 8 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to Exeter Central Today

  • Mon 6th May
    07:46
    7 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    14:54
    Birkdale
    Exeter Central
    Birkdale to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    09:46
    7 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    17:07
    Birkdale
    Exeter Central
    Birkdale to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    11:46
    7 hrs 10 mins 4 changes
    18:56
    Birkdale
    Exeter Central
    Birkdale to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    13:46
    7 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    21:21
    Birkdale
    Exeter Central
    Birkdale to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    15:46
    7 hrs 17 mins 4 changes
    23:03
    Birkdale
    Exeter Central
    Birkdale to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    22:46
    12 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    10:54
    Birkdale
    Exeter Central
    Birkdale to Exeter Central
  • Mon 6th May
    23:22
    15 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    14:54
    Birkdale
    Exeter Central
    Birkdale to Exeter Central

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 Exeter Central Station

Station name Exeter Central (EXC)
Address Exeter Central station, Queen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3SB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:50 - 18:15
Saturday 07:50 - 18:15
Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Exeter Central

The travel time between Birkdale and Exeter Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Exeter Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 7 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Birkdale and Exeter Central 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 & Exeter Central. owever, there are 7 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Exeter Central.

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