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

The cheapest way to get from Southport to Accrington is to bus which costs £9 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southport to Accrington is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Southport and Accrington?

No, there is no direct bus from Southport to Accrington station. However, there are services departing from Duke Street and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Southport and Accrington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southport and arriving at Accrington. Services depart five times a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Southport to Accrington?

The distance between Southport and Accrington is 50 miles. The road distance is 33.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southport to Accrington without a car is to train via Wigan North Western which takes 1h 57m and costs £14 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Southport to Accrington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southport to Accrington bus from?

Southport to Accrington bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Duke Street station.

Where do I catch the Southport to Accrington train from?

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

Train or bus from Southport to Accrington?

The best way to get from Southport to Accrington is to train via Wigan North Western which takes 1h 57m and costs £14 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 and takes 2h 18m.

Where does the Southport to Accrington bus arrive?

Southport to Accrington bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Southport to Accrington train arrive?

Southport to Accrington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan Wallgate station.

Can I drive from Southport to Accrington?

Yes, the driving distance between Southport to Accrington is 33 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Southport to Accrington.

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

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

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Train via Wigan North Western
best
1. Take the train from Southport to Wigan Wallgatetrain Southport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Accringtontrain Blackpool North - York / ...
1h 57m
£15–30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Bus Stationbus X2
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 59 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 7 / ...
2h 18m
£9
Drive 33.2 mi
1. Drive from Southport to Accringtoncar 33.2 mi
47 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southport to Accringtontaxi 33.2 mi
47 min
£140–180
Train
1. Take the train from Southport to Accringtontrain Southport - Blackburn
2h 26m
£22–45

Southport to Accrington by train

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Distance: 49.5 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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

You can take a train from Southport to Accrington via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Preston in around 1h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Duke Street to Bus Station via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 2h 18m.

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