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Trains from Forest Hill (FOH) to Bidston (BID)

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45

train journeys
per day

186

miles (300 kms)

3hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

06:24 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Forest Hill (FOH) to Bidston (BID)

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On a typical weekday there are 45 scheduled rail journeys between Forest Hill and Bidston , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 45 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Forest Hill to Bidston is approximately 186 miles (300 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 37 mins.

London Overground, Southern, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Hill and Bidston.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Forest Hill to Bidston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Forest Hill to Bidston Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:24
    4 hrs 31 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    10:55
    Forest Hill
    Bidston
    Forest Hill to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:28
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    10:55
    Forest Hill
    Bidston
    Forest Hill to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:32
    4 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    10:55
    Forest Hill
    Bidston
    Forest Hill to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    4 hrs 1 min 4 changes
    11:40
    Forest Hill
    Bidston
    Forest Hill to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:24
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    12:40
    Forest Hill
    Bidston
    Forest Hill to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:28
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    12:40
    Forest Hill
    Bidston
    Forest Hill to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    4 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    12:40
    Forest Hill
    Bidston
    Forest Hill to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:24
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    13:40
    Forest Hill
    Bidston
    Forest Hill to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:28
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    13:40
    Forest Hill
    Bidston
    Forest Hill to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:32
    4 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    13:40
    Forest Hill
    Bidston
    Forest Hill to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:24
    4 hrs 31 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    14:55
    Forest Hill
    Bidston
    Forest Hill to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:28
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    14:55
    Forest Hill
    Bidston
    Forest Hill to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:32
    4 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    14:55
    Forest Hill
    Bidston
    Forest Hill to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:24
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    15:40
    Forest Hill
    Bidston
    Forest Hill to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:28
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    15:40
    Forest Hill
    Bidston
    Forest Hill to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:32
    4 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    15:40
    Forest Hill
    Bidston
    Forest Hill to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:24
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    16:40
    Forest Hill
    Bidston
    Forest Hill to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:28
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    16:40
    Forest Hill
    Bidston
    Forest Hill to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:32
    4 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    16:40
    Forest Hill
    Bidston
    Forest Hill to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:24
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    17:40
    Forest Hill
    Bidston
    Forest Hill to Bidston

About Forest Hill Station

Station name Forest Hill (FOH)
Address Forest Hill station, Devonshire Road, Forest Hill, Greater London, SE23 3HB
Managed by LO

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:50
Saturday 06:40 - 21:15
Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Bidston Station

Station name Bidston (BID)
Address Bidston station, Station Approach, Bidston, Merseyside, CH43 7RF
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:51 - 00:05
Tuesday 05:51 - 00:05
Wednesday 05:51 - 00:05
Thursday 05:51 - 00:05
Friday 05:51 - 00:05
Saturday 05:51 - 00:05
Sunday 08:01 - 00:05
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 Forest Hill and Bidston

The travel time between Forest Hill and Bidston by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Forest Hill and Bidston vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 45 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Forest Hill and Bidston can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Forest Hill & Bidston. owever, there are 45 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Southern, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Hill and Bidston.

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