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Trains from Derby (DBY) to Birkdale (BDL)

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18

train journeys
per day

81

miles (130 kms)

3hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

06:44 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

8

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Derby (DBY) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Derby and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Derby to Birkdale is approximately 81 miles (130 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 50 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Derby and Birkdale.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Derby to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Derby to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:44
    3 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    10:33
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    06:45
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    10:48
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    07:50
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    11:33
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    08:47
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    12:48
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    09:47
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    13:33
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    10:47
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    14:33
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    11:45
    3 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    15:33
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    12:46
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    16:33
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    13:48
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    17:33
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    14:47
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    18:33
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    15:47
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    19:33
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    16:47
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    20:33
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    17:46
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    21:33
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    18:47
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    22:33
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    19:47
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    23:48
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    20:14
    10 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    07:03
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    21:47
    9 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    07:33
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    23:11
    9 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    08:18
    Derby
    Birkdale
    Derby to Birkdale

About Derby Station

Station name Derby (DBY)
Address Derby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:55 - 22:45
Saturday 04:55 - 22:45
Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Derby and Birkdale

The travel time between Derby and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Derby and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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Amenities on trains between Derby and Birkdale can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Derby & Birkdale. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Derby and Birkdale.

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