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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Shirley (SRL)

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19

train journeys
per day

98

miles (157 kms)

3hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

06:26 / 23:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Shirley (SRL)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Shirley , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Shirley is approximately 98 miles (157 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 7 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Shirley.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Shirley. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to Shirley Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:26
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    09:56
    Birkdale
    Shirley
    Birkdale to Shirley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:16
    3 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    10:26
    Birkdale
    Shirley
    Birkdale to Shirley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:56
    Birkdale
    Shirley
    Birkdale to Shirley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:16
    3 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    11:26
    Birkdale
    Shirley
    Birkdale to Shirley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:31
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    11:56
    Birkdale
    Shirley
    Birkdale to Shirley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:31
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    12:56
    Birkdale
    Shirley
    Birkdale to Shirley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:16
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    13:56
    Birkdale
    Shirley
    Birkdale to Shirley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:31
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    14:56
    Birkdale
    Shirley
    Birkdale to Shirley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:31
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    15:56
    Birkdale
    Shirley
    Birkdale to Shirley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:31
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    16:56
    Birkdale
    Shirley
    Birkdale to Shirley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:31
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    17:56
    Birkdale
    Shirley
    Birkdale to Shirley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:31
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    18:56
    Birkdale
    Shirley
    Birkdale to Shirley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:31
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    19:56
    Birkdale
    Shirley
    Birkdale to Shirley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:16
    3 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    20:43
    Birkdale
    Shirley
    Birkdale to Shirley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:31
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    21:47
    Birkdale
    Shirley
    Birkdale to Shirley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:16
    3 hrs 27 mins 4 changes
    22:43
    Birkdale
    Shirley
    Birkdale to Shirley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:31
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    23:55
    Birkdale
    Shirley
    Birkdale to Shirley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:22
    8 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    07:56
    Birkdale
    Shirley
    Birkdale to Shirley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:48
    10 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    09:56
    Birkdale
    Shirley
    Birkdale to Shirley

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 Shirley Station

Station name Shirley (SRL)
Address Shirley station, Haslucks Green Road, Shirley, West Midlands, B90 2NE
Managed by WM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:30 - 12:00
Tuesday 06:30 - 12:00
Wednesday 06:30 - 12:00
Thursday 06:30 - 12:00
Friday 06:30 - 20:00
Saturday 08:00 - 20:00
Sunday 10:00 - 14:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Shirley

The travel time between Birkdale and Shirley by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Shirley vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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Amenities on trains between Birkdale and Shirley 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 & Shirley. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Shirley.

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