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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Thornaby (TBY)

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26

train journeys
per day

94

miles (152 kms)

4hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

05:41 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Thornaby (TBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Thornaby , 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 Thornaby is approximately 94 miles (152 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 46 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Thornaby.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Thornaby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to Thornaby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:41
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    10:16
    Birkdale
    Thornaby
    Birkdale to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:46
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Birkdale
    Thornaby
    Birkdale to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:03
    4 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    11:31
    Birkdale
    Thornaby
    Birkdale to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Birkdale
    Thornaby
    Birkdale to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    4 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    12:29
    Birkdale
    Thornaby
    Birkdale to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:46
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    13:16
    Birkdale
    Thornaby
    Birkdale to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:03
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    13:28
    Birkdale
    Thornaby
    Birkdale to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:46
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Birkdale
    Thornaby
    Birkdale to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:18
    4 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    14:29
    Birkdale
    Thornaby
    Birkdale to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:46
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    15:16
    Birkdale
    Thornaby
    Birkdale to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:03
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    15:28
    Birkdale
    Thornaby
    Birkdale to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:46
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    16:16
    Birkdale
    Thornaby
    Birkdale to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    16:30
    Birkdale
    Thornaby
    Birkdale to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:46
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    17:16
    Birkdale
    Thornaby
    Birkdale to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:03
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    17:29
    Birkdale
    Thornaby
    Birkdale to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:46
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    18:08
    Birkdale
    Thornaby
    Birkdale to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:18
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    18:32
    Birkdale
    Thornaby
    Birkdale to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:46
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    19:16
    Birkdale
    Thornaby
    Birkdale to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:48
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    19:27
    Birkdale
    Thornaby
    Birkdale to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:46
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    20:16
    Birkdale
    Thornaby
    Birkdale to Thornaby

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 Thornaby Station

Station name Thornaby (TBY)
Address Thornaby station, Mandale Road, Thornaby, Cleveland, TS17 6AW
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:45
Saturday 05:45 - 19:45
Sunday 09:15 - 17:15
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 Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Thornaby

The travel time between Birkdale and Thornaby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 46 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Thornaby 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 05:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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

London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Thornaby.

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