What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Southport?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Southport is to line 132 bus and bus which costs £4 - £7 and takes 3h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Southport?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Southport is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Southport?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Southport. However, there are services departing from Grandale Street and arriving at Duke Street via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Southport?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Southport. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Southport via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Southport?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Southport is 40 miles. The road distance is 43.3 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Southport without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Southport without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £15 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Southport?

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Greater Manchester to Southport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Southport bus from?

Greater Manchester to Southport bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Southport train from?

Greater Manchester to Southport train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Southport?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Southport is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £15 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £12 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Southport bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Southport bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Southport train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Southport train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southport station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Southport?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Southport is 43 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Greater Manchester to Southport.

Where can I stay near Southport?

There are 1987+ hotels available in Southport.

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There are 5 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Southport by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Southporttrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport
2h 24m
£16–29
Line 132 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Trafford Centre Bus Station to Wallgatebus 132
2. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Duke Streetbus 375 / ...
3h 53m
£5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Duke Streetbus X2
3h 30m
£8–12
Drive 43 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Southportcar 43 mi
59 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Southporttaxi 43 mi
59 min
£90–120

Greater Manchester to Southport by bus and train

90Weekly Services

2h 24mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 39.3 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Southport, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Southport hourly. Tickets cost £14–27 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grandale Street to Duke Street via Victoria Rail Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 3h 30m.

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