Trains to Southport

Southport is the fourth busiest station on the Merseyrail network and is the terminus of the Manchester to Southport Line.

The original Southport station opened in 1851 and was built to ferry passengers from Manchester to the burgeoning seaside resort near the Irish Sea: Southport. Like Blackpool, Brighton, Scarborough, and Eastbourne, Southport train station was built to accommodate tourists looking for a break near the seaside. This only increased in the 20th century, when lines from Liverpool, Manchester, and Preston all terminated at this station. Today, three million travellers pass through the station every year, looking for a good time beside the seaside, just like in years gone by.

Southport Train Station offers a range of amenities and services to its passengers, including:

• A ticket office at the main concourse (opening times: Monday to Friday: 5.28am – 12.37pm; Saturday: 5.28am – 12.37pm; Sunday: 7.43am – 12.37pm). You can book train tickets as well as monthly and annual season tickets at the ticket office.
• Self-service ticket machines and accessible ticket machines. Plus, you can collect tickets you have bought online from the self-service machines.
• Step-free access to all platforms.
• Boards to check the real-time train timetable.
• ATMs, shops and hospitality.
• 280 bicycle storage compounds and racks.

Southport’s town centre and seaside are only ten minutes from the station, so it’s a very easy place to get around on foot. Taxis can pick you up from outside the station’s entrance, and local buses also stop nearby.

Southport Train Station, located in Merseyside, England, serves the town of Southport with convenient train services to major destinations including Manchester Victoria, Leeds, Hunts Cross, and Liverpool.

Manchester Victoria to Southport Train Station

It takes, on average, one hour and nine minutes to get from Manchester Victoria to Southport Train Station with Northern.

Moorfields to Southport Train Station

The journey from Moorfields to Southport takes forty-four minutes with Merseyrail. Trains are around every fifteen minutes.

Liverpool Central to Southport Train Station

Getting from Liverpool Central to Southport takes around forty-seven minutes with Merseyrail. Trains leave every fifteen minutes.

The main train companies at Southport Train Station are Northern and Merseyrail. Northern operates services connecting Southport with Manchester Victoria, while Merseyrail provides services on the Northern Line towards Liverpool. These operators ensure comprehensive connectivity for passengers travelling between Southport and major nearby cities.

Southport, a vibrant seaside resort, offers a variety of attractions and activities within easy reach of Southport Train Station. The iconic Southport Pier is a short walk away, providing classic seaside experiences. Southport Pleasureland, with its log flumes, go-karts, and roller coasters, is also nearby, offering fun for all ages. Opposite Pleasureland, Dunes Splash World features pools and flumes, perfect for family outings.

Formby Beach, a short drive from the station, offers beautiful seaside views and is a great spot to enjoy the Southport Airshow in September, featuring the Red Arrows and other RAF displays.

For dining, the Taj Mahal, a leading Indian restaurant, is close to the pier. Le Bistro Bar Med, offering Mediterranean cuisine, is near Lord Street, while The Forge Brasserie, known for steak and seafood, is near Eastbank Street. For traditional fish and chips, The Sandgrounder, The Kings Plaice, and The Fisherman’s Rest are all conveniently located in the town centre.

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What is the postcode for Southport Train Station?

The full address for Southport Train Station is Chapel Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1BE.

What is the station code for Southport Train Station?

The station code for Southport Train Station is SOP.

How long does it take to get from Southport Train Station to the beach?

It only takes ten to fifteen minutes to get from Southport Train Station to the beach

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.