What is the cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport?

The cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport is to bus which costs £7 - £11 and takes 4h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport?

The fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Ashton-under-Lyne and Southport?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport. However, there are services departing from St Peter's Square and arriving at Duke Street via Leigh Bus Station and Wigan Rail Stations. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Ashton-under-Lyne and Southport?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ashton-under-Lyne and arriving at Southport. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport?

The distance between Ashton-under-Lyne and Southport is 44 miles. The road distance is 47.2 miles.

How do I travel from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport without a car?

The best way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £17 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport?

The train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport takes 1h 35m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport bus from?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from St Peter's Square station.

Where do I catch the Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport train from?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Ashton-under-Lyne station.

Train or bus from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport?

The best way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £11 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport bus arrive?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Leigh Bus Station.

Where does the Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport train arrive?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southport station.

Can I drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport.

How do I get a train ticket from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport?

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Where can I stay near Southport?

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Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport by train, bus, car, taxi, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southporttrain Stalybridge - Southport
1h 35m
£17–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Leigh Bus Stationbus V1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Duke Streetbus 375 / ...
4h 8m
£8–11
Drive 46.9 mi
1. Drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southportcar 46.9 mi
1h 9m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southporttaxi 46.9 mi
1h 9m
£95–120
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Ashton-under-Lyne to Deansgate-Castlefieldtram Blue Line
2. Take the train from Deansgate to Southporttrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport
2h 43m
£17–31

Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport by train

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Distance: 43.4 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Ashton-under-Lyne, England and Southport, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Southport every 2 hours. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Ashton-under-Lyne to Duke Street via St Peter's Square, St Peter's Square, Leigh Bus Station, Wallgate, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 4h 8m.

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