The average train between Swansea and Southport takes 6h 35m and the fastest train takes 5h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Swansea 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 Swansea and Southport. The earliest departure is at 3:46 AM at night, and the last departure from Swansea is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Southport at 9:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 6h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Swansea 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 Swansea to Southport. However, there are services departing from Swansea station and arriving at Southport station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.
Swansea to Southport train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Swansea station.
Swansea to Southport train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
Book your Swansea to Southport train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Swansea and Southport is 233.8 km. The road distance is 380 km.
You can take a train from Swansea to Southport via Cardiff Central, Crewe, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 6h 28m.