4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southport to Manchester
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southport to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southport to Manchester will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 28 trains that leave Southport for Manchester on Sat, Aug 01, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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.
P241656:03 PM1h10Southport station (SOP)7:13 PMDeansgate (DGT)€61One-way0 transfers- P288126:30 PM1h19Southport station (SOP)7:49 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€61One-way0 transfers
- P288147:30 PM1h19Southport station (SOP)8:49 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€61One-way0 transfers
- P241697:02 PM1h11Southport station (SOP)8:13 PMDeansgate (DGT)€61One-way0 transfers
- P288105:24 PM1h25Southport station (SOP)6:49 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€61One-way0 transfers
- P241811:04 PM1h09Southport station (SOP)2:13 PMDeansgate (DGT)€81One-way0 transfers
- P241832:03 PM1h10Southport station (SOP)3:13 PMDeansgate (DGT)€91One-way0 transfers
- P2417912:03 PM1h10Southport station (SOP)1:13 PMDeansgate (DGT)€91One-way0 transfers
- P241853:03 PM1h10Southport station (SOP)4:13 PMDeansgate (DGT)€91One-way0 transfers
- P241564:03 PM1h10Southport station (SOP)5:13 PMDeansgate (DGT)€81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Southport to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southport to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, and a bus costs an average of €13.
Distance: 54 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€8 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price |
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southport to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Southport to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Saturday, August 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P28793 | 10:30 AM Southport station (SOP) | 1h19 | 11:49 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24175 | 11:03 AM Southport station (SOP) | 1h10 | 12:13 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28797 | 11:24 AM Southport station (SOP) | 1h26 | 12:50 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24179 | 12:03 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h10 | 1:13 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28801 | 12:30 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h19 | 1:49 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28801 · G89887 | 12:30 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h21 | 1:51 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
| P24181 | 1:04 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h09 | 2:13 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28805 | 1:24 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h25 | 2:49 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28805 · G89871 | 1:24 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h27 | 2:51 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
| P28805 · G89865 | 1:24 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h45 | 3:09 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
| P24183 | 2:03 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h10 | 3:13 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28807 | 2:30 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h19 | 3:49 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28807 · G89889 | 2:30 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h21 | 3:51 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
| P28807 · G89817 | 2:30 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h39 | 4:09 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
| P24185 | 3:03 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h10 | 4:13 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28808 | 3:24 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h26 | 4:50 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28808 · G89893 | 3:24 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h27 | 4:51 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
| P28808 · G89821 | 3:24 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h45 | 5:09 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
| P24156 | 4:03 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h10 | 5:13 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28809 | 4:30 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h19 | 5:49 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28809 · G89873 | 4:30 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h21 | 5:51 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
| P28809 · G89825 | 4:30 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h39 | 6:09 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
| P24160 | 5:03 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h10 | 6:13 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28810 | 5:24 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h25 | 6:49 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24165 | 6:03 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h10 | 7:13 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28812 | 6:30 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h19 | 7:49 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24169 | 7:02 PM Southport station (SOP) | 1h11 | 8:13 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southport to Manchester
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Trains from Southport to Manchester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 5:08 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Mersey Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Southport to Manchester trainsNorthern Rail, Mersey Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Southport and Manchester from €4. 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 Southport to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southport to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southport to Manchester
Most Southport to Manchester trains use the Southport to Manchester Oxford Road station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Victoria. Use this guide to compare Southport and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southport station do trains to Manchester leave from?
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 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.
Getting to Ainsdale from Southport city centre
Ainsdale is 5 km from Southport city centre. Public transport options include:
Ainsdale train station facilities and services
Ainsdale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ainsdale.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Ainsdale.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ainsdale. 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 Ainsdale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ainsdale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ainsdale: 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: No.
Which Manchester station do trains from Southport arrive at?
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, 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.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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