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Sunderland to Southport trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Sunderland and Southport takes 5h 4m and the fastest train takes 4h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Sunderland 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.

5h 4m
Duration
194 mi
Distance
£75
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train via Carlisle

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  1. Take the train from Sunderland to Carlisletrain train Middlesbrough - Carlisle / ...
  2. Take the train from Carlisle to Wigan North Westerntrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 33m
£59–115

Sunderland to Southport train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Sunderland and Southport. The earliest departure is at 7:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sunderland is at 7:31 PM which arrives into Southport at 11:58 PM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 5h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 58m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 14m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 8m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 27m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 59m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 59m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 52m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited4h 12m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 1m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 59m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 52m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 59m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 59m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 52m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 59m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 6m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 59m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 52m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Sunderland 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.

Map of how to get from Sunderland to Southport.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 194.1 mi
  • Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a train from Sunderland to Southport via Carlisle, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 4h 33m.

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