What is the cheapest way to get from Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne?

The cheapest way to get from Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne is to bus which costs £7 - £11 and takes 4h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne?

The fastest way to get from Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Southport and Ashton-under-Lyne?

No, there is no direct bus from Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne. However, there are services departing from Duke Street and arriving at St Peter's Square via Wigan Bus Station and Leigh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Southport and Ashton-under-Lyne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southport and arriving at Ashton-under-Lyne. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne?

The distance between Southport and Ashton-under-Lyne is 44 miles. The road distance is 47 miles.

How do I travel from Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne without a car?

The best way to get from Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £17 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne?

The train from Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne bus from?

Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Duke Street station.

Where do I catch the Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne train from?

Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Southport station.

Train or bus from Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne?

The best way to get from Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £11 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne bus arrive?

Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Wigan Bus Station.

Where does the Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne train arrive?

Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Ashton-under-Lyne station.

Can I drive from Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne?

Yes, the driving distance between Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne.

How do I get a train ticket from Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne?

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Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne by train, bus, car, taxi, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southport to Ashton-under-Lynetrain Southport - Stalybridge
1h 30m
£17–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Wigan Bus Stationbus 375 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to St Peter's Squarebus V1 / ...
4h 19m
£8–11
Drive 46.7 mi
1. Drive from Southport to Ashton-under-Lynecar 46.7 mi
1h 8m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southport to Ashton-under-Lynetaxi 46.7 mi
1h 8m
£95–120
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Southport to Deansgatetrain Southport - Manchester Oxford Road
2. Take the tram from Deansgate-Castlefield to Ashton-under-Lynetram Blue Line
1h 53m
£17–30

Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne by train

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Distance: 43.3 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Southport, England and Ashton-under-Lyne, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Southport to Ashton-under-Lyne every 2 hours. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Duke Street to Ashton-under-Lyne via Wigan Bus Station, Leigh Bus Station, St Peter's Square, and St Peter's Square in around 4h 19m.

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