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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Rainhill (RNH)

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22

train journeys
per day

18

miles (29 kms)

1hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

05:41 / 23:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Rainhill (RNH)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Rainhill , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Rainhill is approximately 18 miles (29 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 5 mins.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Rainhill.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Rainhill. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to Rainhill Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:41
    1 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    07:20
    Birkdale
    Rainhill
    Birkdale to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    06:11
    1 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    07:50
    Birkdale
    Rainhill
    Birkdale to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    06:46
    1 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    08:22
    Birkdale
    Rainhill
    Birkdale to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    07:46
    1 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Birkdale
    Rainhill
    Birkdale to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:46
    1 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Birkdale
    Rainhill
    Birkdale to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    09:46
    1 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Birkdale
    Rainhill
    Birkdale to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    10:46
    1 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    12:21
    Birkdale
    Rainhill
    Birkdale to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    11:46
    1 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    13:21
    Birkdale
    Rainhill
    Birkdale to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    12:46
    1 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    14:21
    Birkdale
    Rainhill
    Birkdale to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    13:46
    1 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    15:21
    Birkdale
    Rainhill
    Birkdale to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    14:46
    1 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    16:21
    Birkdale
    Rainhill
    Birkdale to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    15:16
    1 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    16:50
    Birkdale
    Rainhill
    Birkdale to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    15:46
    1 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    17:21
    Birkdale
    Rainhill
    Birkdale to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    16:46
    1 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    18:21
    Birkdale
    Rainhill
    Birkdale to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    17:46
    1 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    19:21
    Birkdale
    Rainhill
    Birkdale to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    18:31
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    20:21
    Birkdale
    Rainhill
    Birkdale to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    20:01
    1 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    21:29
    Birkdale
    Rainhill
    Birkdale to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    20:46
    1 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    22:21
    Birkdale
    Rainhill
    Birkdale to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    21:46
    1 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    23:22
    Birkdale
    Rainhill
    Birkdale to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    22:16
    1 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    23:51
    Birkdale
    Rainhill
    Birkdale to Rainhill

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 Rainhill Station

Station name Rainhill (RNH)
Address Rainhill station, Station Road, Rainhill, Merseyside, L35 0LL
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 23:50
Tuesday 06:00 - 23:50
Wednesday 06:00 - 23:50
Thursday 06:00 - 23:50
Friday 06:00 - 23:50
Saturday 06:00 - 23:50
Sunday 08:45 - 00:00
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 Rainhill

The travel time between Birkdale and Rainhill by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Rainhill vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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Amenities on trains between Birkdale and Rainhill 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 & Rainhill. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Rainhill.

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