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Manchester to Birkdale trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Manchester and Birkdale takes 1h 50m and the fastest train takes 1h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester to Birkdale. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 50m
Duration
39 mi
Distance
£15
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Manchester to Birkdale train times

Trains run hourly between Manchester and Birkdale. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Birkdale at 5:39 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 33m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 33m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 33m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 33m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 31m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 45m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 43m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 44m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 44m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 44m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 31m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 45m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 31m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 45m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 31m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 45m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 31m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 45m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedMerseyrail1h 30m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Birkdale? 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.

Map of how to get from Manchester to Birkdale.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 39.2 mi
  • Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Birkdale, Sefton, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Southport hourly. Tickets cost £12–23 and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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