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The average train between Southport and Bristol takes 4h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Southport to Bristol. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 52m
Duration
194 mi
Distance
£87
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Birmingham New Streettrain train Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
4h 50m
£71–120

Southport to Bristol train times

Trains run hourly between Southport and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southport is at 7:56 PM which arrives into Bristol at 8:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Wigan Wallgate and take an average of 4h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country12h 11m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 7m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 6m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 2m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 8m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 7m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 6m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 2m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 8m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 7m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 6m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 2m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 8m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 7m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 6m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 2m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country4h 8m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Southport to Bristol? 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.

Map of how to get from Southport to Bristol.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 194.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Southport, England and Bristol, England?

You can take a train from Southport to Bristol Temple Meads via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 50m.

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