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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Canterbury Stations

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13

train journeys
per day

237

miles (381 kms)

6hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

05:56 / 18:39

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Canterbury Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Canterbury Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Canterbury Stations is approximately 237 miles (381 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 36 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Canterbury Stations .

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

Journeys from Birkdale to Canterbury Stations Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:56
    6 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    12:30
    Birkdale
    Canterbury West
    Birkdale to Canterbury West
  • Mon 6th May
    06:46
    6 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    13:30
    Birkdale
    Canterbury West
    Birkdale to Canterbury West
  • Mon 6th May
    08:01
    6 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    14:30
    Birkdale
    Canterbury West
    Birkdale to Canterbury West
  • Mon 6th May
    08:46
    6 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    15:30
    Birkdale
    Canterbury West
    Birkdale to Canterbury West
  • Mon 6th May
    10:01
    6 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    16:30
    Birkdale
    Canterbury West
    Birkdale to Canterbury West
  • Mon 6th May
    10:46
    6 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    17:30
    Birkdale
    Canterbury West
    Birkdale to Canterbury West
  • Mon 6th May
    12:01
    6 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    18:30
    Birkdale
    Canterbury West
    Birkdale to Canterbury West
  • Mon 6th May
    12:46
    6 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    19:30
    Birkdale
    Canterbury West
    Birkdale to Canterbury West
  • Mon 6th May
    14:01
    6 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    20:30
    Birkdale
    Canterbury West
    Birkdale to Canterbury West
  • Mon 6th May
    14:46
    6 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    21:30
    Birkdale
    Canterbury West
    Birkdale to Canterbury West
  • Mon 6th May
    16:01
    6 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    22:30
    Birkdale
    Canterbury West
    Birkdale to Canterbury West
  • Mon 6th May
    16:46
    6 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    23:30
    Birkdale
    Canterbury West
    Birkdale to Canterbury West
  • Mon 6th May
    18:01
    6 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    00:30
    Birkdale
    Canterbury West
    Birkdale to Canterbury West

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 Canterbury Stations Station

Station name Canterbury Stations (26)
Address Canterbury West station, Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 08:30 - 17:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Canterbury Stations

The travel time between Birkdale and Canterbury Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Canterbury Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 18:39.

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Amenities on trains between Birkdale and Canterbury Stations 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 & Canterbury Stations . owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Canterbury Stations .

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