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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Merthyr Tydfil (MER)

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17

train journeys
per day

131

miles (211 kms)

6hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

05:41 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Merthyr Tydfil (MER)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Merthyr Tydfil , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Merthyr Tydfil is approximately 131 miles (211 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 40 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Merthyr Tydfil. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to Merthyr Tydfil Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:41
    6 hrs 20 mins 4 changes
    12:01
    Birkdale
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Birkdale to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    06:11
    6 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    12:31
    Birkdale
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Birkdale to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    06:46
    6 hrs 45 mins 4 changes
    13:31
    Birkdale
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Birkdale to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    08:31
    6 hrs 3 changes
    14:31
    Birkdale
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Birkdale to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    08:46
    6 hrs 15 mins 4 changes
    15:01
    Birkdale
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Birkdale to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    09:46
    6 hrs 15 mins 4 changes
    16:01
    Birkdale
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Birkdale to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    10:16
    6 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    16:31
    Birkdale
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Birkdale to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    12:16
    6 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    18:31
    Birkdale
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Birkdale to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    12:46
    6 hrs 15 mins 4 changes
    19:01
    Birkdale
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Birkdale to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    13:46
    6 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    20:29
    Birkdale
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Birkdale to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    14:46
    6 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    21:30
    Birkdale
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Birkdale to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    15:46
    6 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    22:30
    Birkdale
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Birkdale to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    16:31
    6 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    23:30
    Birkdale
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Birkdale to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    19:16
    11 hrs 15 mins 4 changes
    06:31
    Birkdale
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Birkdale to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    21:31
    11 hrs 30 mins 4 changes
    09:01
    Birkdale
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Birkdale to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    22:46
    11 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    10:31
    Birkdale
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Birkdale to Merthyr Tydfil
  • Mon 6th May
    23:22
    12 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    11:31
    Birkdale
    Merthyr Tydfil
    Birkdale to Merthyr Tydfil

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 Merthyr Tydfil Station

Station name Merthyr Tydfil (MER)
Address Merthyr Tydfil station, Tramroad Side, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr, CF47 0AG
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:30 - 13:00
Tuesday 07:30 - 13:00
Wednesday 07:30 - 13:00
Thursday 07:30 - 13:00
Friday 07:30 - 13:00
Saturday 07:30 - 13:00
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Merthyr Tydfil

The travel time between Birkdale and Merthyr Tydfil by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Merthyr Tydfil vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Birkdale and Merthyr Tydfil 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 & Merthyr Tydfil. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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