The average train between Bristol and Southport takes 4h 33m and the fastest train takes 4h. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to Southport. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bristol and Southport. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Southport at 8:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 17m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bristol to Southport? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Southport. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Southport station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.
Bristol to Southport train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Southport train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Southport station.
Book your Bristol to Southport train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and Merseyrail.
The distance between Bristol and Southport is 245.2 km. The road distance is 316 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southport via Birmingham New Street, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 4h 36m.