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Trains from Oban (OBN) to Birkdale (BDL)

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5

train journeys
per day

215

miles (346 kms)

9hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

05:17 / 23:32

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Oban (OBN) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 5 scheduled rail journeys between Oban and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 5 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Oban to Birkdale is approximately 215 miles (346 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 12hrs 12 mins.

ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Oban and Birkdale.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Oban to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 9hrs 51 mins.

Journeys from Oban to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:17
    10 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    15:48
    Oban
    Birkdale
    Oban to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    08:57
    9 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    18:48
    Oban
    Birkdale
    Oban to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    12:11
    10 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    22:48
    Oban
    Birkdale
    Oban to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    14:41
    16 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    07:03
    Oban
    Birkdale
    Oban to Birkdale
  • Mon 6th May
    20:39
    13 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    10:18
    Oban
    Birkdale
    Oban to Birkdale

About Oban Station

Station name Oban (OBN)
Address Oban station, Railway Pier, Oban, Argyll & Bute, PA34 4LW
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 20:36
Saturday 05:00 - 20:36
Sunday 10:45 - 18:11
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Oban and Birkdale

The travel time between Oban and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 12hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 9hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Oban and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 5 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:32.

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Amenities on trains between Oban 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 Oban & Birkdale. owever, there are 5 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Oban and Birkdale.

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