What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Southport?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Southport is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Southport?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Southport is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Southport?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Southport. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Southport via Crewe and Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Southport?

The distance between Cardiff and Southport is 192 miles. The road distance is 183.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Southport without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Southport without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £60 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Southport?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Cardiff to Southport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Southport train from?

Cardiff to Southport train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Southport train arrive?

Cardiff to Southport train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Southport?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Southport is 184 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Cardiff to Southport.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Southport?

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Where can I stay near Southport?

There are 1938+ hotels available in Southport.

Cardiff to Southport - 5 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Southport by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 39m
£64–104
Drive 182.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Southportcar 182.8 mi
4h 3m
£46–66
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BRS - LPL
7h 3m
£80–194
Train via Chester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 49m
£71–122
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Duke Streetbus X2
5h 43m
£75–143

Cardiff to Southport by train

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4h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 191 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Southport, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Southport via Crewe, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 4h 39m.

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