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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Taunton (TAU)

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12

train journeys
per day

180

miles (290 kms)

6hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

06:11 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Taunton (TAU)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Taunton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Taunton is approximately 180 miles (290 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 27 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Taunton.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Taunton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 29 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to Taunton Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:11
    6 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    12:52
    Birkdale
    Taunton
    Birkdale to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    07:46
    6 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Birkdale
    Taunton
    Birkdale to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    08:31
    6 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    14:55
    Birkdale
    Taunton
    Birkdale to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    09:46
    6 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    16:15
    Birkdale
    Taunton
    Birkdale to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    10:16
    6 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    16:56
    Birkdale
    Taunton
    Birkdale to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    11:46
    6 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    18:15
    Birkdale
    Taunton
    Birkdale to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    12:16
    6 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    18:58
    Birkdale
    Taunton
    Birkdale to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    13:46
    6 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    20:20
    Birkdale
    Taunton
    Birkdale to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    14:31
    6 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    20:57
    Birkdale
    Taunton
    Birkdale to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    15:46
    6 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    22:15
    Birkdale
    Taunton
    Birkdale to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    22:46
    11 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    10:16
    Birkdale
    Taunton
    Birkdale to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    23:22
    12 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    11:55
    Birkdale
    Taunton
    Birkdale to Taunton

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 Taunton Station

Station name Taunton (TAU)
Address Taunton station, Station Approach, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1QP
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 19:00
Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Taunton

The travel time between Birkdale and Taunton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Taunton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Birkdale and Taunton 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 & Taunton. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Taunton.

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