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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Sanquhar (SQH)

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9

train journeys
per day

125

miles (202 kms)

4hrs 16 mins

fastest journey

06:50 / 23:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Sanquhar (SQH)

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On a typical weekday there are 9 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Sanquhar , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 9 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Sanquhar is approximately 125 miles (202 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 26 mins.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Sanquhar.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Sanquhar. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 16 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to Sanquhar Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:50
    4 hrs 17 mins 4 changes
    11:07
    Birkdale
    Sanquhar
    Birkdale to Sanquhar
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:03
    4 hrs 16 mins 4 changes
    13:19
    Birkdale
    Sanquhar
    Birkdale to Sanquhar
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:03
    4 hrs 16 mins 4 changes
    15:19
    Birkdale
    Sanquhar
    Birkdale to Sanquhar
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:03
    4 hrs 16 mins 4 changes
    17:19
    Birkdale
    Sanquhar
    Birkdale to Sanquhar
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:18
    4 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    19:04
    Birkdale
    Sanquhar
    Birkdale to Sanquhar
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:48
    5 hrs 27 mins 4 changes
    21:15
    Birkdale
    Sanquhar
    Birkdale to Sanquhar
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:16
    7 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    23:31
    Birkdale
    Sanquhar
    Birkdale to Sanquhar
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:22
    9 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    09:14
    Birkdale
    Sanquhar
    Birkdale to Sanquhar
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:48
    13 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    13:19
    Birkdale
    Sanquhar
    Birkdale to Sanquhar

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 Sanquhar Station

Station name Sanquhar (SQH)
Address Sanquhar station, Station Road, Sanquhar, Dumfries & Galloway, DG4 6DQ
Managed by SR

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 Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Sanquhar

The travel time between Birkdale and Sanquhar by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Sanquhar vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 9 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

First class tickets on trains between Birkdale and Sanquhar typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Birkdale and Sanquhar 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 & Sanquhar. owever, there are 9 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Sanquhar.

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