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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to South Gyle (SGL)

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16

train journeys
per day

159

miles (256 kms)

4hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

00:18 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

7

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to South Gyle (SGL)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and South Gyle , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to South Gyle is approximately 159 miles (256 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 6 mins.

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

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to South Gyle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 7 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to South Gyle Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:18
    10 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    10:47
    Birkdale
    South Gyle
    Birkdale to South Gyle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:01
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    11:44
    Birkdale
    South Gyle
    Birkdale to South Gyle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    4 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    12:44
    Birkdale
    South Gyle
    Birkdale to South Gyle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:03
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    13:44
    Birkdale
    South Gyle
    Birkdale to South Gyle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:18
    4 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    14:49
    Birkdale
    South Gyle
    Birkdale to South Gyle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:03
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    15:47
    Birkdale
    South Gyle
    Birkdale to South Gyle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    4 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    16:44
    Birkdale
    South Gyle
    Birkdale to South Gyle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:03
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    17:47
    Birkdale
    South Gyle
    Birkdale to South Gyle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:18
    4 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    18:27
    Birkdale
    South Gyle
    Birkdale to South Gyle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:01
    4 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    19:51
    Birkdale
    South Gyle
    Birkdale to South Gyle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:18
    4 hrs 11 mins 4 changes
    20:29
    Birkdale
    South Gyle
    Birkdale to South Gyle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:48
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    22:09
    Birkdale
    South Gyle
    Birkdale to South Gyle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:18
    4 hrs 7 mins 4 changes
    22:25
    Birkdale
    South Gyle
    Birkdale to South Gyle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:31
    10 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    07:35
    Birkdale
    South Gyle
    Birkdale to South Gyle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:46
    10 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    09:45
    Birkdale
    South Gyle
    Birkdale to South Gyle
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:22
    11 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    10:47
    Birkdale
    South Gyle
    Birkdale to South Gyle

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 South Gyle Station

Station name South Gyle (SGL)
Address South Gyle station, South Gyle Road, South Gyle, City of Edinburgh, EH12 9EU
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
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 South Gyle

The travel time between Birkdale and South Gyle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and South Gyle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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

Amenities on trains between Birkdale and South Gyle 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 & South Gyle. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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