The average train between Birkdale and Manchester takes 1h 38m and the fastest train takes 1h 22m. There is an hourly train service from Birkdale to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Birkdale and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 12:19 AM at night, and the last departure from Birkdale is at 10:13 PM which arrives into Manchester at 11:43 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 25m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Birkdale to Manchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Birkdale to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Southport station and arriving at Salford Crescent station via Salford Crescent station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.
Birkdale to Manchester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Southport station.
Birkdale to Manchester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Salford Crescent station.
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The distance between Birkdale and Manchester is 54.7 km. The road distance is 66 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Southport to Salford Crescent hourly. Tickets cost £11–22 and the journey takes 1h 6m.