The average train between Maghull and Ainsdale takes 53 min and the fastest train takes 48 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Maghull to Ainsdale. 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 every 20 minutes between Maghull and Ainsdale. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Maghull is at 6:48 PM which arrives into Ainsdale at 7:37 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 53 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

48 min • 1 change

48 min • 1 change

48 min • 1 change

48 min • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Maghull to Ainsdale. However, there are services departing from Maghull station and arriving at Ainsdale station via Sandhills. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.
Maghull to Ainsdale train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Maghull station.
Maghull to Ainsdale train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Ainsdale station.
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The distance between Maghull and Ainsdale is 11.5 km. The road distance is 31 km.
You can take a train from Maghull to Ainsdale via Sandhills in around 52 min.