What is the cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Southport?

The cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Southport is to bus which costs £3 - £7 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Southport?

The fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Southport is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Ellesmere Port and Southport?

No, there is no direct bus from Ellesmere Port to Southport. However, there are services departing from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange and arriving at Duke Street via Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Ellesmere Port and Southport?

No, there is no direct train from Ellesmere Port to Southport. However, there are services departing from Ellesmere Port and arriving at Southport via Moorfields. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Ellesmere Port to Southport?

The distance between Ellesmere Port and Southport is 31 miles. The road distance is 31.6 miles.

How do I travel from Ellesmere Port to Southport without a car?

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Southport without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £17 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Ellesmere Port to Southport?

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Ellesmere Port to Southport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere Port to Southport bus from?

Ellesmere Port to Southport bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere Port to Southport train from?

Ellesmere Port to Southport train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Ellesmere Port station.

Train or bus from Ellesmere Port to Southport?

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Southport is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £7 and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Southport bus arrive?

Ellesmere Port to Southport bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Queen Square station.

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Southport train arrive?

Ellesmere Port to Southport train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Moorfields station.

Can I drive from Ellesmere Port to Southport?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellesmere Port to Southport is 32 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Ellesmere Port to Southport.

How do I get a train ticket from Ellesmere Port to Southport?

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Where can I stay near Southport?

There are 1989+ hotels available in Southport.

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There are 4 ways to get from Ellesmere Port to Southport by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ellesmere Port to Moorfieldstrain Ellesmere Port - Ellesmere Port / ...
2. Take the train from Moorfields to Southporttrain Liverpool Central - Southport / ...
1h 26m
£17–38
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Queen Squarebus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Duke Streetbus X2
2h 27m
£4–7
Drive 31.4 mi
1. Drive from Ellesmere Port to Southportcar 31.4 mi
53 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ellesmere Port to Southporttaxi 31.4 mi
53 min
£65–80

Ellesmere Port to Southport by train

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Distance: 30.5 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

What companies run services between Ellesmere Port, England and Southport, England?

You can take a train from Ellesmere Port to Southport via Moorfields in around 1h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Duke Street via Queen Square and Queen Square Bus Station in around 2h 27m.

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