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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Harwich Town (HWC)

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2

train journeys
per day

214

miles (345 kms)

7hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

14:46 / 17:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

1

route

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Harwich Town (HWC)

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On a typical weekday there are 2 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Harwich Town , 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 Harwich Town is approximately 214 miles (345 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 24 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Harwich Town.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Harwich Town. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to Harwich Town Today

  • Mon 6th May
    14:46
    7 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    22:23
    Birkdale
    Harwich Town
    Birkdale to Harwich Town
  • Mon 6th May
    16:46
    7 hrs 11 mins 4 changes
    23:57
    Birkdale
    Harwich Town
    Birkdale to Harwich Town

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 Harwich Town Station

Station name Harwich Town (HWC)
Address Harwich Town station, George Street, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3NA
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Harwich Town

The travel time between Birkdale and Harwich Town by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Harwich Town 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 14:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 17:24.

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

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Harwich Town.

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