The average train between Southport and York takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Southport to York. 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 York. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southport is at 10:25 PM which arrives into York at 2:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Southport to York. However, there are services departing from Southport station and arriving at York station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.
Southport to York train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Southport station.
Southport to York train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at York station.
Book your Southport to York train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Southport and York is 131.2 km. The road distance is 168 km.
You can take a train from Southport to York via Manchester Victoria in around 2h 46m.