Train from Manchester to Southport: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Manchester to Southport on December 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
NorthernTrain
Manchester Victoria
SouthportNo tags
NorthernTrain
Deansgate
SouthportNo tags
NorthernTrain
Manchester Airport
SouthportNo tags
NorthernTrain
Manchester Airport
SouthportNo tags
NorthernTrain
Manchester Airport
SouthportNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Manchester to Southport

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Southport. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 10mAverage Duration
34 milesDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$6 - $27Average Duration1h 28m
1kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$10 - $10Average Duration1h 10m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Southport by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Southport?

    The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Southport start from $6. The average price for this train route is around $10. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Manchester to Southport?

    The average train ride duration from Manchester to Southport is 1h 28m, covering a distance of 33 miles (54 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Northern.

  3. Which train operators service the Manchester to Southport route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 19 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Southport?

    The earliest train departs from Manchester to Southport at 7:09am. And the latest train departs at 10:40pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$5
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$5
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$5
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$5
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$5
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$5
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$5
12/17
$5
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Manchester to Southport was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Southport, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $5 to $24 for a train ticket from Manchester to Southport based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-12-14.

What's the cheapest way to go from Manchester to Southport?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Manchester and Southport is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $10 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $6. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Southport, choose the train, as it will take you from Manchester to Southport in about 1h 10m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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