The average train between Wilmslow and Southport takes 2h 12m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow and Southport. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wilmslow is at 11:38 PM which arrives into Southport at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 2h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 53m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow to Southport. However, there are services departing from Wilmslow station and arriving at Southport station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.
Wilmslow to Southport train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Wilmslow station.
Wilmslow to Southport train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Southport station.
Book your Wilmslow to Southport train tickets online with Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Wilmslow and Southport is 62.5 km. The road distance is 80 km.
You can take a train from Wilmslow to Southport via Manchester Piccadilly and Bolton in around 2h 19m.