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Travelling from Bolton to Birkdale by train
Looking to travel from Bolton to Birkdale by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 1 hour 12 minutes to travel from Bolton to Birkdale by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 4 minutes though. You'll usually find 10 trains per day running along the 24 miles (39 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Birkdale, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. Merseyrail are the main train operator on this route and will whisk you to Birkdale in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Bolton 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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Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Bolton to Birkdale? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Bolton to Birkdale take?
The average journey time by train between Bolton and Birkdale is 1 hour and 12 minutes, with around 10 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Bolton and Birkdale by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Bolton to Birkdale is 1 hour and 4 minutes.
Is there a direct train from Bolton to Birkdale?
No, there are no direct train services from Bolton to Birkdale. Travelling from Bolton to Birkdale by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
What time does the first train from Bolton to Birkdale leave?
The first train from Bolton to Birkdale leaves at 06:32. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Bolton to Birkdale leave?
The last train from Bolton to Birkdale leaves at 21:48. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Bolton and Birkdale by train?
Trains travelling from Bolton to Birkdale cover a distance of around 24 miles (39 km) during the journey.
Looking for more information?
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Birkdale to Bolton.
Cheap train tickets from Bolton to Birkdale
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