The average train between Southport and Croydon takes 3h 57m and the fastest train takes 3h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Southport to Croydon. 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 Southport and Croydon. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southport is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Croydon at 8:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Wigan Wallgate and take an average of 3h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 24m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Southport to Croydon? 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 Southport to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Southport station and arriving at Croydon station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.
Southport to Croydon train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Southport to Croydon train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at London Euston station.
Book your Southport to Croydon train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Thameslink.
The distance between Southport and Croydon is 319.4 km. The road distance is 360 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Wigan North Western to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h.