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

The cheapest way to get from Ramsbottom to Southport is to line 481 bus and line 59 bus and bus which costs £9 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ramsbottom to Southport is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Ramsbottom and Southport?

No, there is no direct bus from Ramsbottom to Southport. However, there are services departing from St Paul's Church and arriving at Duke Street via Health Centre, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Ramsbottom and Southport?

No, there is no direct train from Ramsbottom to Southport. However, there are services departing from Prestwich and arriving at Southport via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Ramsbottom to Southport?

The distance between Ramsbottom and Southport is 38 miles. The road distance is 38.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ramsbottom to Southport without a car is to line 474 bus and line 471 bus and train which takes 2h 19m and costs £11 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Ramsbottom to Southport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ramsbottom to Southport bus from?

Ramsbottom to Southport bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Health Centre station.

Where do I catch the Ramsbottom to Southport train from?

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

Train or bus from Ramsbottom to Southport?

The best way to get from Ramsbottom to Southport is to line 481 bus and line 59 bus and bus which takes 3h 10m and costs £9. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £27 and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Ramsbottom to Southport bus arrive?

Ramsbottom to Southport bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Arrival Stand station.

Where does the Ramsbottom to Southport train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ramsbottom to Southport?

Yes, the driving distance between Ramsbottom to Southport is 38 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Ramsbottom to Southport.

Where can I stay near Southport?

There are 1931+ hotels available in Southport.

Ramsbottom to Southport - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 474 bus

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

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Line 474 bus, line 471 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ramsbottom East Lancs Railway to Bury Interchangebus 474
2. Take the bus from Bury Interchange to Bolton Interchangebus 471 / ...
3. Take the train from Bolton to Southporttrain
2h 19m
£12–21
Line 481 bus, line 59 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Health Centre to Arrival Standbus 481
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 59 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Duke Streetbus X2
3h 10m
£9
Drive 38.1 mi
1. Drive from Ramsbottom to Southportcar 38.1 mi
52 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ramsbottom to Southporttaxi 38.1 mi
52 min
£160–200
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Southporttrain Stalybridge - Southport / ...
2h 53m
£14–26

Ramsbottom to Southport by bus and train

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Distance: 38.2 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

You can take a bus from St Paul's Church to Duke Street via Health Centre, Arrival Stand, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 3h 10m. Alternatively, Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Southport hourly. Tickets cost £12–23 and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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