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Trip Summary
There are 14 daily trains from Southport to Salford. Traveling by train from Southport to Salford usually takes around one hour and 12 minutes, but the fastest Northern Rail train can make the trip in 59 minutes.
| Distance | 32 mi (51 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 59m |
| Lowest price | £8.00 |
| Trains per day | 26 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Southport to Salford?
Northern Rail is the one and only train line which connects Southport to Salford. However, there are 14 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 14 | 1h 12m | £10.56 |
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Southport to Salford on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Southport at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 15:00. 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 14 scheduled trains on most days. 26 of these are direct connections to Salford. 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 Salford to Southport.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Southport?
Main departure station: Chapel St
There are two stations in Southport where you can board the train to Salford.
All train stations in Southport:
Chapel St
Meols Cop Station
Where is the train station in Salford?
Main arrival station: Salford Crescent
Salford receives travelers from Southport at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Salford:
Salford Crescent
Salford Central
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