The average train between Ely and Southport takes 5h 51m and the fastest train takes 4h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Ely 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 Ely and Southport. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ely is at 9:17 PM which arrives into Southport at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 5h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Ely 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 Ely to Southport. However, there are services departing from Ely station and arriving at Southport station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.
Ely to Southport train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Ely station.
Ely to Southport train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
Book your Ely to Southport train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ely and Southport is 259 km. The road distance is 345 km.
You can take a train from Ely to Southport via Nuneaton, Crewe, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 5h 31m.