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Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Retford

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13

train journeys
per day

87

miles (141 kms)

4hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

05:41 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Birkdale (BDL) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Birkdale and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkdale to Retford is approximately 87 miles (141 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 23 mins.

Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Retford.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkdale to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Birkdale to Retford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:41
    4 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    10:38
    Birkdale
    Retford
    Birkdale to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:03
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    12:21
    Birkdale
    Retford
    Birkdale to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    12:38
    Birkdale
    Retford
    Birkdale to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:03
    5 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    14:18
    Birkdale
    Retford
    Birkdale to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:18
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    14:41
    Birkdale
    Retford
    Birkdale to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:03
    5 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    16:16
    Birkdale
    Retford
    Birkdale to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    16:39
    Birkdale
    Retford
    Birkdale to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:18
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    17:59
    Birkdale
    Retford
    Birkdale to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:48
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    20:18
    Birkdale
    Retford
    Birkdale to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:03
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    21:30
    Birkdale
    Retford
    Birkdale to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:18
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    23:02
    Birkdale
    Retford
    Birkdale to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:46
    7 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    05:49
    Birkdale
    Retford
    Birkdale to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:22
    10 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    10:19
    Birkdale
    Retford
    Birkdale to Retford

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 Retford Station

Station name Retford (RET)
Address Retford station, Station Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7DE
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 13:00
Saturday 06:00 - 13:00
Sunday 08:20 - 13:00
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 Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkdale and Retford

The travel time between Birkdale and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkdale and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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Amenities on trains between Birkdale and Retford 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 & Retford. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Birkdale and Retford.

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