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Trip Summary
12 trains operate daily from Liverpool to Southport. The train trip from Liverpool to Southport is usually about 40 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Merseyrail train can get you there in as little as 34 minutes.
| Distance | 16 mi (26 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 34m |
| Lowest price | $13.37 |
| Trains per day | 48 |
| Most frequent service | Merseyrail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Liverpool to Southport?
Merseyrail is the one and only train line which connects Liverpool to Southport. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merseyrail | 12 | 0h 41m | $13.37 |
Merseyrail train tickets from Liverpool to Southport start from $13, and on average cost . Daily there are 12 Merseyrail schedules to Southport. Merseyrail in Liverpool leaves from Liverpool Central . And in Southport trains arrive at Hillside Station and 3 other train stations.
From Liverpool to Southport train travel on Merseyrail takes 0 hours and 41 minutes. If you are looking to get to Southport faster, Merseyrail offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 34 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Liverpool to Southport tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Liverpool at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 12 scheduled trains on most days. 48 of these are direct connections to Southport. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Southport to Liverpool.
City Information
Liverpool
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Although Liverpool is only England's 10th largest city, its fame ballooned as the birthplace of the world's biggest rock band: The Beatles. Visiting Liverpool would not be complete without a trip to the iconic Beatles Statue, located near the port, followed by a visit to The Beatles Story museum, where visitors can immerse themselves in the band's rise to fame.
To explore some of Liverpool's older history, the Merseyside Maritime Museum provides fascinating exhibits on the city's great port-town past, including exhibitions on the Titanic as well as the Battle of the Atlantic. Football fanatics should check out the world-famous Anfield Stadium, where regular tours help visitors revel in the history and glory of this iconic football club.
Traveling to Liverpool is easy thanks to several rail providers, which facilitate travel around the Liverpool City Region and beyond. Liverpool also has two significant bus terminals for access via coach and an international airport for those traveling from further afield.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Liverpool?
Main departure station: Liverpool Central
There is one train station in Liverpool.
All train stations in Liverpool:
Liverpool Central
Where is the train station in Southport?
Main arrival station: Chapel St
There are more train stations and stops in Southport than most cities. Most trains from Liverpool will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Southport:
Train stations in Southport:
Chapel St
Hillside Station
Ainsdale Station
Birkdale
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