Trains to Birkdale from Bristol Temple Meads
| First train | 06:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:58 | |
| Departure station | Bristol Temple Meads | |
| Arrival station | Birkdale | |
| Journey time | From 4h 27m | |
| Distance | 152 miles (245 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Bristol Temple Meads to Birkdale by train
Looking to travel from Bristol Temple Meads to Birkdale by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 8 hours 36 minutes to travel from Bristol Temple Meads to Birkdale by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 27 minutes though. You'll usually find 2 trains per day running along the 152 miles (245 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Birkdale, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to get to Birkdale. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Bristol Temple Meads to Birkdale in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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