4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Southport
Cheapest price on Sep 04
€26
Average ticket price on Sep 04
€49
Fastest journey on Sep 04
3 h 11 m
Average journey duration on Sep 04
3 h 44 m
Trains on Sep 04
5
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Southport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Southport will cost around €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
It's difficult to get from Sheffield to Southport without transferring at least once.
P28625+
W846435:08 AM3h35Sheffield station (SHF)8:43 AMSouthport station (SOP)€261One-way1 transfer- W84643+
C07919 · G306675:08 AM3h11Sheffield station (SHF)8:19 AMSouthport station (SOP)€261One-way2 transfers - L89774 · P28629+G159285:28 AM3h57Sheffield station (SHF)9:25 AMSouthport station (SOP)€651One-way2 transfers
- C32111 · G89556 · P28629+G158895:36 AM3h49Sheffield station (SHF)9:25 AMSouthport station (SOP)€651One-way3 transfers
- C32111 · G89556 · P28633+G158895:36 AM4h07Sheffield station (SHF)9:43 AMSouthport station (SOP)€651One-way3 transfers
- W84643+C07919 · G306675:08 AM3h11Sheffield station (SHF)8:19 AMSouthport station (SOP)€261One-way2 transfers
- P28625+W846435:08 AM3h35Sheffield station (SHF)8:43 AMSouthport station (SOP)€261One-way1 transfer
- C32111 · G89556 · P28629+G158895:36 AM3h49Sheffield station (SHF)9:25 AMSouthport station (SOP)€651One-way3 transfers
- L89774 · P28629+G159285:28 AM3h57Sheffield station (SHF)9:25 AMSouthport station (SOP)€651One-way2 transfers
- C32111 · G89556 · P28633+G158895:36 AM4h07Sheffield station (SHF)9:43 AMSouthport station (SOP)€651One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Sheffield to Southport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Southport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, while a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 106 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€33 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sheffield to Southport:
A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sheffield to Southport costing on average €33.
Other travel options to Southport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 22m.
Live departures
Sheffield to Southport train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Southport trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84643+P28625 | 5:08 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h35 | 8:43 AM Southport station (SOP) | 1 transfer | |
| W84643+G30667 · C07919 | 5:08 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h11 | 8:19 AM Southport station (SOP) | 2 transfers | |
| L89774+G15928+P28629 | 5:28 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h57 | 9:25 AM Southport station (SOP) | 2 transfers | |
| C32111+G15889+G89556 · P28633 | 5:36 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 4h07 | 9:43 AM Southport station (SOP) | 3 transfers | |
| C32111+G15889+G89556 · P28629 | 5:36 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h49 | 9:25 AM Southport station (SOP) | 3 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Southport
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Trains from Sheffield to Southport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €31 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 106 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 5:36 AM |
Last train 10:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express from Sheffield to Southport trainsNorthern Rail, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Sheffield and Southport from €31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Sheffield to Southport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Southport
Most Sheffield to Southport trains use the Sheffield to Southport station pair, with some services arriving at Hillside. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Southport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Southport leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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: Yes.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Southport station do trains from Sheffield 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 Meols Cop from Southport city centre
Meols Cop is 2 km from Southport city centre. Public transport options include:
Meols Cop train station facilities and services
Meols Cop has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Meols Cop.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meols Cop: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meols Cop.
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