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

The cheapest way to get from Southport to Manchester is to bus and train which costs £7 - £15 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southport to Manchester is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct train between Southport and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southport and arriving at Deansgate. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Southport to Manchester?

The distance between Southport and Manchester is 37 miles. The road distance is 42.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southport to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs £14 - £25.

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

The train from Southport to Deansgate takes 1h 9m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Southport to Manchester train from?

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

Where does the Southport to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southport to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Southport to Manchester is 42 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Southport to Manchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Southport to Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Southport to Manchester by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southport to Deansgatetrain Southport - Manchester Oxford Road
1h 9m
£14–25
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Wigan Rail Stationsbus 375 / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoriatrain Wigan Wallgate - Todmorden / ...
2h 53m
£8–15
Drive 41.8 mi
1. Drive from Southport to Manchestercar 41.8 mi
57 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southport to Manchestertaxi 41.8 mi
57 min
£180–220

Southport to Manchester by train

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Distance: 36.8 mi
Duration: 1h 9m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Southport to Deansgate hourly. Tickets cost £14–25 and the journey takes 1h 9m.

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