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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Furze Platt (FZP)

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18

train journeys
per day

174

miles (280 kms)

4hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

06:26 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (5 or 5 changes)

6

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Furze Platt (FZP)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Furze Platt , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Furze Platt is approximately 174 miles (280 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 35 mins.

GWR, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Furze Platt.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Furze Platt. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to Furze Platt Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:26
    5 hrs 10 mins 5 changes
    11:36
    Birkdale
    Furze Platt
    Birkdale to Furze Platt
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    5 hrs 6 mins 5 changes
    12:37
    Birkdale
    Furze Platt
    Birkdale to Furze Platt
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:31
    5 hrs 5 mins 5 changes
    13:36
    Birkdale
    Furze Platt
    Birkdale to Furze Platt
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:31
    5 hrs 5 mins 5 changes
    14:36
    Birkdale
    Furze Platt
    Birkdale to Furze Platt
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:16
    5 hrs 23 mins 5 changes
    15:39
    Birkdale
    Furze Platt
    Birkdale to Furze Platt
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:31
    5 hrs 13 mins 5 changes
    16:44
    Birkdale
    Furze Platt
    Birkdale to Furze Platt
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:31
    4 hrs 47 mins 5 changes
    17:18
    Birkdale
    Furze Platt
    Birkdale to Furze Platt
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:46
    5 hrs 2 mins 5 changes
    17:48
    Birkdale
    Furze Platt
    Birkdale to Furze Platt
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:31
    4 hrs 47 mins 5 changes
    18:18
    Birkdale
    Furze Platt
    Birkdale to Furze Platt
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:46
    5 hrs 2 mins 5 changes
    18:48
    Birkdale
    Furze Platt
    Birkdale to Furze Platt
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:31
    4 hrs 47 mins 5 changes
    19:18
    Birkdale
    Furze Platt
    Birkdale to Furze Platt
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:16
    4 hrs 32 mins 5 changes
    19:48
    Birkdale
    Furze Platt
    Birkdale to Furze Platt
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:31
    5 hrs 9 mins 5 changes
    20:40
    Birkdale
    Furze Platt
    Birkdale to Furze Platt
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:31
    5 hrs 8 mins 5 changes
    21:39
    Birkdale
    Furze Platt
    Birkdale to Furze Platt
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:31
    5 hrs 8 mins 5 changes
    22:39
    Birkdale
    Furze Platt
    Birkdale to Furze Platt
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:31
    5 hrs 23 mins 5 changes
    23:54
    Birkdale
    Furze Platt
    Birkdale to Furze Platt
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:46
    9 hrs 43 mins 5 changes
    05:29
    Birkdale
    Furze Platt
    Birkdale to Furze Platt
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:22
    10 hrs 13 mins 5 changes
    09:35
    Birkdale
    Furze Platt
    Birkdale to Furze Platt

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 Furze Platt Station

Station name Furze Platt (FZP)
Address Furze Platt station, Harrow Lane, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 7NY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:45 - 11:30
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
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 Furze Platt

The travel time between Birkdale and Furze Platt by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Furze Platt vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

First class tickets on trains between Birkdale and Furze Platt typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Birkdale and Furze Platt 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 & Furze Platt. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Furze Platt.

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