The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Southport
- Cheapest price on Nov 03
- €11
- Average ticket price on Nov 03
- €11
- Fastest journey on Nov 03
- 44 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 03
- 44 m
- Trains on Nov 03
- 3
- Distance
- 26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Southport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Southport will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 3 trains from Liverpool to Southport, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest trains will take 44 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

9:20 AM 0h44 Liverpool 10:04 AM Southport €11 1 One-way 0 transfers
7:05 AM 0h44 Liverpool 7:49 AM Southport €11 1 One-way 0 transfers
6:05 AM 0h44 Liverpool 6:49 AM Southport €11 1 One-way 0 transfers

9:20 AM 0h44 Liverpool 10:04 AM Southport €11 1 One-way 0 transfers
7:05 AM 0h44 Liverpool 7:49 AM Southport €11 1 One-way 0 transfers
6:05 AM 0h44 Liverpool 6:49 AM Southport €11 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Southport
Trains from Liverpool to Southport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 44m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 5:33 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Live departures
Liverpool to Southport train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Southport trains for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S13392 | On time 12:11 PM Moorfields (MRF) | 0h47 | 12:58 PM Southport station (SOP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
S13391 | On time 12:26 PM Moorfields (MRF) | 0h47 | 1:13 PM Southport station (SOP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
S13390 | On time 12:41 PM Moorfields (MRF) | 0h47 | 1:28 PM Southport station (SOP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
S13389 | On time 12:56 PM Moorfields (MRF) | 0h47 | 1:43 PM Southport station (SOP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
S13388 | On time 1:11 PM Moorfields (MRF) | 0h47 | 1:58 PM Southport station (SOP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
S13387 | On time 1:26 PM Moorfields (MRF) | 0h47 | 2:13 PM Southport station (SOP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
S13380 | On time 3:11 PM Moorfields (MRF) | 0h47 | 3:58 PM Southport station (SOP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
S13379 | On time 3:26 PM Moorfields (MRF) | 0h47 | 4:13 PM Southport station (SOP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
S13378 | On time 3:41 PM Moorfields (MRF) | 0h47 | 4:28 PM Southport station (SOP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
S13377 | On time 3:56 PM Moorfields (MRF) | 0h47 | 4:43 PM Southport station (SOP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
S13376 | On time 4:11 PM Moorfields (MRF) | 0h47 | 4:58 PM Southport station (SOP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
S13375 | On time 4:26 PM Moorfields (MRF) | 0h47 | 5:13 PM Southport station (SOP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, November 3 | |||||
![]() | 6:05 AM Liverpool | 0h44 | 6:49 AM Southport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:05 AM Liverpool | 0h44 | 7:49 AM Southport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:20 AM Liverpool | 0h44 | 10:04 AM Southport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Southport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Southport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Southport
Most Liverpool to Southport trains use the Moorfields to Southport station pair, with some services arriving at Hillside. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Southport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Liverpool station do trains to Southport leave from?
Getting to Moorfields from Liverpool city centre
Moorfields train station facilities and services
Moorfields has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Moorfields.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Moorfields. ATMs are available at Moorfields.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Moorfields. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Moorfields: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Moorfields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorfields: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Which Southport station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to Southport from Southport city centre
Southport train station facilities and services
Southport has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Southport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southport. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Ticket office is step free. Both platforms accessed via concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Hillside from Southport city centre
Hillside is 3 km from Southport city centre. Public transport options include:
Hillside train station facilities and services
Hillside has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hillside.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hillside. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hillside: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hillside: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hillside: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C: “This station does not have step-free access to any platform.” The nearest station with disabled access is Ainsdale, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Birkdale from Southport city centre
Birkdale is 1 km from Southport city centre. Public transport options include:
Birkdale train station facilities and services
Birkdale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birkdale.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birkdale. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birkdale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birkdale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birkdale: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform.” Although a footbridge links platforms, both platforms can be accessed via a level crossing. Staff are on hand to assist those passengers requiring it, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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