The average train between Helsby and Southport takes 2h 4m and the fastest train takes 1h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Helsby 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 Helsby and Southport. The earliest departure is at 7:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Helsby is at 11:31 PM which arrives into Southport at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 2h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 23m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Helsby 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 Helsby to Southport. However, there are services departing from Helsby station and arriving at Southport station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.
Helsby to Southport train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Helsby station.
Helsby to Southport train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Southport station.
Book your Helsby to Southport train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Helsby and Southport is 44.6 km. The road distance is 63 km.
You can take a train from Helsby to Southport via Warrington Bank Quay, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 1h 46m.