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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Reading

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33

train journeys
per day

173

miles (278 kms)

4hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

00:18 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 6 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Reading is approximately 173 miles (278 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 30 mins.

CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, GWR, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Reading.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 49 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Birkdale to Reading

Journeys from Birkdale to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    00:18
    10 hrs 8 mins6 changes
    10:26
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:52
    4 hrs 54 mins3 changes
    10:46
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:22
    4 hrs 49 mins4 changes
    11:11
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:45
    4 hrs 48 mins6 changes
    11:33
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:52
    4 hrs 49 mins3 changes
    11:41
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:22
    4 hrs 49 mins4 changes
    12:11
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:45
    4 hrs 52 mins6 changes
    12:37
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:52
    4 hrs 47 mins3 changes
    12:39
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:37
    4 hrs 34 mins4 changes
    13:11
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:45
    4 hrs 53 mins6 changes
    13:38
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:37
    4 hrs 34 mins4 changes
    14:11
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:45
    4 hrs 48 mins6 changes
    14:33
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:37
    4 hrs 34 mins4 changes
    15:11
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:45
    4 hrs 54 mins6 changes
    15:39
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:37
    4 hrs 34 mins4 changes
    16:11
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:37
    4 hrs 34 mins4 changes
    17:11
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:45
    5 hrs 8 mins6 changes
    17:53
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:37
    4 hrs 34 mins4 changes
    18:11
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:22
    4 hrs 49 mins4 changes
    19:11
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:45
    4 hrs 53 mins6 changes
    19:38
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading

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 Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Reading

The travel time between Birkdale and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 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 Reading 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 & Reading. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, GWR, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Reading.

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