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

The cheapest way to get from Southport to Birmingham is to bus which costs £16 - £26 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southport to Birmingham is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Southport and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Southport to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Duke Street and arriving at Newhall Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Southport and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Southport to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Southport and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Wigan North Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Southport to Birmingham?

The distance between Southport and Birmingham is 106 miles. The road distance is 106.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southport to Birmingham without a car is to train via Wigan Wallgate which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Southport to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southport to Birmingham bus from?

Southport to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Southport to Birmingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Southport to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Southport to Birmingham is to train via Wigan Wallgate which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £26 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Southport to Birmingham bus arrive?

Southport to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall Street station.

Where does the Southport to Birmingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southport to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Southport to Birmingham is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Southport to Birmingham.

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

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

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Train via Wigan Wallgate
best
1. Take the train from Southport to Wigan Wallgatetrain Southport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2h 59m
£37–67
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall Streetbus Uk030
5h 28m
£16–26
Drive 106.1 mi
1. Drive from Southport to Birminghamcar 106.1 mi
1h 55m
£26–38
Train
1. Take the train from Southport to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain Southport - Hunts Cross
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
3h
£42–100
Bus via Liverpool, Liverpool One
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 47
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
6h 13m
£24–58

Southport to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 105 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Southport to Birmingham New Street via Wigan Wallgate and Wigan North Western in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to Newhall Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £13–23 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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