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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Colchester (COL)

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2

train journeys
per day

202

miles (326 kms)

7hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

13:31 / 17:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

1

route

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 2 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 2 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Colchester is approximately 202 miles (326 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 52 mins.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Colchester.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 24 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:31
    8 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    21:51
    Birkdale
    Colchester
    Birkdale to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:16
    7 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    23:40
    Birkdale
    Colchester
    Birkdale to Colchester

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 Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
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 Colchester

The travel time between Birkdale and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 2 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 13:31, and the last train of the day leaves at 17:11.

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Amenities on trains between Birkdale and Colchester 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 & Colchester. owever, there are 2 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Abellio Greater Anglia are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Colchester.

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