The cheapest and fastest trains from Southport to Sheffield
Cheapest price
€29
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southport to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southport to Sheffield will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
It's difficult to get from Southport to Sheffield without transferring at least once.
6:03 AM2h31Southport8:34 AMSheffield€291One-way1 transfer
7:03 AM2h29Southport9:32 AMSheffield€291One-way1 transfer
8:03 AM2h29Southport10:32 AMSheffield€291One-way1 transfer
9:03 AM2h29Southport11:32 AMSheffield€291One-way1 transfer
10:03 AM2h29Southport12:32 PMSheffield€291One-way1 transfer
1:04 PM2h28Southport3:32 PMSheffield€291One-way1 transfer
7:03 AM2h29Southport9:32 AMSheffield€291One-way1 transfer
8:03 AM2h29Southport10:32 AMSheffield€291One-way1 transfer
9:03 AM2h29Southport11:32 AMSheffield€291One-way1 transfer
10:03 AM2h29Southport12:32 PMSheffield€291One-way1 transfer
Live departures
Southport to Sheffield train times
The table below shows live departures for Southport to Sheffield trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:03 AM Southport | 2h31 | 8:34 AM Sheffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:25 AM Southport | 2h44 | 9:09 AM Sheffield | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:03 AM Southport | 2h29 | 9:32 AM Sheffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:25 AM Southport | 2h43 | 10:08 AM Sheffield | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:03 AM Southport | 2h29 | 10:32 AM Sheffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Southport | 2h38 | 11:08 AM Sheffield | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:03 AM Southport | 2h29 | 11:32 AM Sheffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:24 AM Southport | 2h44 | 12:08 PM Sheffield | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:03 AM Southport | 2h29 | 12:32 PM Sheffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Southport | 2h38 | 1:08 PM Sheffield | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:03 AM Southport | 2h30 | 1:33 PM Sheffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:24 AM Southport | 2h44 | 2:08 PM Sheffield | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:03 PM Southport | 2h29 | 2:32 PM Sheffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Southport | 2h38 | 3:08 PM Sheffield | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:04 PM Southport | 2h28 | 3:32 PM Sheffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:24 PM Southport | 2h44 | 4:08 PM Sheffield | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 2:03 PM Southport | 2h29 | 4:32 PM Sheffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:30 PM Southport | 2h38 | 5:08 PM Sheffield | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:03 PM Southport | 2h37 | 5:40 PM Sheffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:03 PM Southport | 2h37 | 6:40 PM Sheffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Southport | 2h38 | 7:08 PM Sheffield | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:03 PM Southport | 2h29 | 7:32 PM Sheffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:24 PM Southport | 2h45 | 8:09 PM Sheffield | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:03 PM Southport | 2h29 | 8:32 PM Sheffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:02 PM Southport | 2h31 | 9:33 PM Sheffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:30 PM Southport | 2h39 | 10:09 PM Sheffield | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:56 PM Southport | 2h35 | 10:31 PM Sheffield | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:56 PM Southport | 3h14 | 11:10 PM Sheffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:03 PM Southport | 2h32 | 11:35 PM Sheffield | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:25 PM Southport | 8h33 | 6:58 AM Sheffield | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southport to Sheffield
Trains from Southport to Sheffield run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:10, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 106 km |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 3:10 AM |
Last train 11:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Southport to Sheffield trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Southport and Sheffield from €25. 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 Sheffield
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southport to Sheffield 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 Sheffield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southport to Sheffield
Most Southport to Sheffield trains use the Southport to Sheffield station pair, with some services arriving at Meadowhall. Use this guide to compare Southport and Sheffield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southport station do trains to Sheffield 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 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.
Which Sheffield station do trains from Southport arrive at?
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.
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