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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Catford (CTF)

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23

train journeys
per day

196

miles (316 kms)

4hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

06:11 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Catford (CTF)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Catford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Catford is approximately 196 miles (316 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 29 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Catford.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Catford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to Catford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:11
    4 hrs 58 mins 4 changes
    11:09
    Birkdale
    Catford
    Birkdale to Catford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:26
    5 hrs 13 mins 4 changes
    11:39
    Birkdale
    Catford
    Birkdale to Catford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:16
    4 hrs 53 mins 4 changes
    12:09
    Birkdale
    Catford
    Birkdale to Catford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    12:40
    Birkdale
    Catford
    Birkdale to Catford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:31
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    13:40
    Birkdale
    Catford
    Birkdale to Catford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:46
    5 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    14:09
    Birkdale
    Catford
    Birkdale to Catford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:31
    5 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    14:39
    Birkdale
    Catford
    Birkdale to Catford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:16
    5 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    15:39
    Birkdale
    Catford
    Birkdale to Catford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:46
    5 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    16:09
    Birkdale
    Catford
    Birkdale to Catford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:31
    5 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    16:39
    Birkdale
    Catford
    Birkdale to Catford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:31
    4 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    17:19
    Birkdale
    Catford
    Birkdale to Catford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:46
    5 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    17:49
    Birkdale
    Catford
    Birkdale to Catford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:31
    4 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    18:19
    Birkdale
    Catford
    Birkdale to Catford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:46
    5 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    18:49
    Birkdale
    Catford
    Birkdale to Catford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:31
    4 hrs 48 mins 4 changes
    19:19
    Birkdale
    Catford
    Birkdale to Catford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:16
    4 hrs 54 mins 4 changes
    20:10
    Birkdale
    Catford
    Birkdale to Catford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:31
    5 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    20:40
    Birkdale
    Catford
    Birkdale to Catford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:16
    4 hrs 53 mins 4 changes
    21:09
    Birkdale
    Catford
    Birkdale to Catford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:31
    5 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    21:39
    Birkdale
    Catford
    Birkdale to Catford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:31
    5 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    22:39
    Birkdale
    Catford
    Birkdale to Catford

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 Catford Station

Station name Catford (CTF)
Address Catford station, Ravensbourne Park, Catford, London, SE6 4RW
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:40 - 20:25
Saturday 07:40 - 14:20
Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Catford

The travel time between Birkdale and Catford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Catford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 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 Catford 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 & Catford. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Catford.

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