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Trains from Penzance (PNZ) to Birkdale (BDL)

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14

train journeys
per day

265

miles (427 kms)

8hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

05:03 / 04:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Penzance (PNZ) to Birkdale (BDL)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Penzance and Birkdale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Penzance to Birkdale is approximately 265 miles (427 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 10hrs 6 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Penzance and Birkdale.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Penzance to Birkdale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 41 mins.

Journeys from Penzance to Birkdale Today

  • Mon 20th May
    05:03
    9 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    14:18
    Penzance
    Birkdale
    Penzance to Birkdale
  • Mon 20th May
    06:28
    8 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    15:18
    Penzance
    Birkdale
    Penzance to Birkdale
  • Mon 20th May
    07:40
    8 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    16:18
    Penzance
    Birkdale
    Penzance to Birkdale
  • Mon 20th May
    08:37
    8 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    17:18
    Penzance
    Birkdale
    Penzance to Birkdale
  • Mon 20th May
    09:10
    9 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    18:18
    Penzance
    Birkdale
    Penzance to Birkdale
  • Mon 20th May
    10:20
    8 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    19:18
    Penzance
    Birkdale
    Penzance to Birkdale
  • Mon 20th May
    11:15
    9 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    20:20
    Penzance
    Birkdale
    Penzance to Birkdale
  • Mon 20th May
    12:15
    9 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    21:18
    Penzance
    Birkdale
    Penzance to Birkdale
  • Mon 20th May
    13:15
    9 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    22:18
    Penzance
    Birkdale
    Penzance to Birkdale
  • Mon 20th May
    14:15
    9 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    23:33
    Penzance
    Birkdale
    Penzance to Birkdale
  • Mon 20th May
    15:15
    9 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    00:18
    Penzance
    Birkdale
    Penzance to Birkdale
  • Mon 20th May
    16:50
    14 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    07:18
    Penzance
    Birkdale
    Penzance to Birkdale
  • Mon 20th May
    17:50
    14 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    08:18
    Penzance
    Birkdale
    Penzance to Birkdale
  • Mon 20th May
    21:45
    13 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    11:18
    Penzance
    Birkdale
    Penzance to Birkdale

About Penzance Station

Station name Penzance (PNZ)
Address Penzance station, Wharf Road, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 2LT
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:45 - 19:30
Saturday 07:45 - 18:10
Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Available
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 Penzance and Birkdale

The travel time between Penzance and Birkdale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 10hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Penzance and Birkdale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 04:06.

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

Amenities on trains between Penzance 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 Penzance & Birkdale. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Penzance and Birkdale.

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