The average train between Gateshead and Southport takes 4h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Gateshead 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 Gateshead and Southport. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gateshead is at 9:26 PM which arrives into Southport at 8:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 4h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 59m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Gateshead 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 Gateshead to Southport. However, there are services departing from Newcastle station and arriving at Wigan North Western station via Carlisle station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.
Gateshead to Southport train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.
Gateshead to Southport train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
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The distance between Gateshead and Southport is 172.5 km. The road distance is 219 km.
You can take a train from Newcastle to Southport via Carlisle, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 4h 7m.