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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Reading Stations

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17

train journeys
per day

173

miles (279 kms)

4hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

06:11 / 23:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Reading Stations , 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 Reading Stations is approximately 173 miles (279 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 14 mins.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Reading Stations.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:11
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:16
    4 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:16
    4 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:31
    4 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    13:12
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:31
    5 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    14:42
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:16
    5 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    15:41
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    11:31
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    16:40
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:31
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    17:40
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    13:31
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    18:41
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    15:16
    4 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    19:41
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    16:16
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    20:43
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    17:31
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    22:38
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    18:31
    5 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    23:50
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    20:31
    11 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    07:45
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    22:31
    10 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    23:22
    10 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    09:40
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    23:48
    10 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Birkdale
    Reading
    Birkdale to Reading

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 Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Reading Stations

The travel time between Birkdale and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Reading Stations 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 06:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Reading Stations.

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