4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southport to Manchester
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€2
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€9
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h 9 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 10 m
Trains on Sep 17
22
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 €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 22 trains from Southport to Manchester, including 22 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 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 Thu, Sep 17 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.
P2417912:03 PM1h10Southport station (SOP)1:13 PMDeansgate (DGT)€21One-way0 transfers- P2880112:30 PM1h19Southport station (SOP)1:49 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€21One-way0 transfers
- P2879711:24 AM1h26Southport station (SOP)12:50 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)€21One-way0 transfers
- P2417511:03 AM1h10Southport station (SOP)12:13 PMDeansgate (DGT)€21One-way0 transfers
- P241811:04 PM1h09Southport station (SOP)2:13 PMDeansgate (DGT)€81One-way0 transfers
- P241811:04 PM1h09Southport station (SOP)2:13 PMDeansgate (DGT)€81One-way0 transfers
- P2417912:03 PM1h10Southport station (SOP)1:13 PMDeansgate (DGT)€21One-way0 transfers
- P241832:03 PM1h10Southport station (SOP)3:13 PMDeansgate (DGT)€91One-way0 transfers
- P241679:03 AM1h10Southport station (SOP)10:13 AMDeansgate (DGT)€131One-way0 transfers
- P241628:03 AM1h10Southport station (SOP)9:13 AMDeansgate (DGT)€131One-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 an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, while a bus costs an average of €13.
Distance: 54 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price | €13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southport to Manchester:
A train is €5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Southport to Manchester costing on average €13.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 54m.
Live departures
Southport to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Southport to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P24154 | 6:03 AM Southport station (SOP) | 1h10 | 7:13 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28781 | 6:25 AM Southport station (SOP) | 1h24 | 7:49 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24158 | 7:03 AM Southport station (SOP) | 1h10 | 8:13 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28784 | 7:25 AM Southport station (SOP) | 1h26 | 8:51 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24162 | 8:03 AM Southport station (SOP) | 1h10 | 9:13 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28787 | 8:30 AM Southport station (SOP) | 1h19 | 9:49 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24167 | 9:03 AM Southport station (SOP) | 1h10 | 10:13 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P28790 | 9:24 AM Southport station (SOP) | 1h25 | 10:49 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P24171 | 10:03 AM Southport station (SOP) | 1h10 | 11:13 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southport to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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 6 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 10m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 5:08 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 1 day |
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 Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. 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 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.
Which Manchester station do trains from Southport arrive at?
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 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 Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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