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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Penarth (PEN)

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24

train journeys
per day

152

miles (244 kms)

4hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

06:11 / 23:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

10

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Penarth (PEN)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Penarth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Penarth is approximately 152 miles (244 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 28 mins.

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

There are 10 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Penarth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 59 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to Penarth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:11
    5 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    11:31
    Birkdale
    Penarth
    Birkdale to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:26
    5 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    12:01
    Birkdale
    Penarth
    Birkdale to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:16
    5 hrs 3 changes
    12:16
    Birkdale
    Penarth
    Birkdale to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    5 hrs 30 mins 4 changes
    13:01
    Birkdale
    Penarth
    Birkdale to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:16
    5 hrs 3 changes
    13:16
    Birkdale
    Penarth
    Birkdale to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:31
    5 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Birkdale
    Penarth
    Birkdale to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:16
    5 hrs 3 changes
    14:16
    Birkdale
    Penarth
    Birkdale to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:31
    5 hrs 30 mins 4 changes
    15:01
    Birkdale
    Penarth
    Birkdale to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:46
    5 hrs 30 mins 4 changes
    15:16
    Birkdale
    Penarth
    Birkdale to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:16
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    15:46
    Birkdale
    Penarth
    Birkdale to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:46
    5 hrs 30 mins 4 changes
    16:16
    Birkdale
    Penarth
    Birkdale to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:16
    5 hrs 15 mins 4 changes
    17:31
    Birkdale
    Penarth
    Birkdale to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:31
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    18:01
    Birkdale
    Penarth
    Birkdale to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:46
    5 hrs 30 mins 4 changes
    18:16
    Birkdale
    Penarth
    Birkdale to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:46
    5 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    19:45
    Birkdale
    Penarth
    Birkdale to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:16
    4 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    20:15
    Birkdale
    Penarth
    Birkdale to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:16
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    21:19
    Birkdale
    Penarth
    Birkdale to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:31
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    21:45
    Birkdale
    Penarth
    Birkdale to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:16
    5 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    22:44
    Birkdale
    Penarth
    Birkdale to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:31
    10 hrs 28 mins 4 changes
    05:59
    Birkdale
    Penarth
    Birkdale to Penarth

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 Penarth Station

Station name Penarth (PEN)
Address Penarth station, Stanwell Road, Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, CF64 3DQ
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 08:00 - 13:30
Tuesday 08:00 - 13:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 13:30
Thursday 08:00 - 13:30
Friday 08:00 - 13:30
Saturday 08:00 - 13:30
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 Penarth

The travel time between Birkdale and Penarth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Penarth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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Amenities on trains between Birkdale and Penarth 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 & Penarth. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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