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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Southport is to bus via Wigan Rail Stations which costs £4 - £7 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Southport is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Southport?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Southport. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Duke Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Southport?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Southport. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Manchester to Southport?

The distance between Manchester and Southport is 37 miles. The road distance is 42.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Southport without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £15 - £27.

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

The train from Manchester Victoria to Southport takes 1h 21m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Southport bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Southport train from?

Manchester to Southport train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Southport?

The best way to get from Manchester to Southport is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £15 - £27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 8m.

Where does the Manchester to Southport bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Southport train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Southport?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Southport is 42 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Manchester to Southport.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Southport?

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Where can I stay near Southport?

There are 1982+ hotels available in Southport.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Southporttrain Stalybridge - Southport / ...
1h 21m
£15–27
Bus via Wigan Rail Stations
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 / ...
3h 30m
£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
2h 8m
£7–9
Drive 42.2 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Southportcar 42.2 mi
58 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Southporttaxi 42.2 mi
58 min
£90–110

Manchester to Southport by train

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Distance: 37.2 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Southport hourly. Tickets cost £15–27 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Duke Street via Bus Station in around 2h 8m.

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