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

The cheapest way to get from Southport to Rugby is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southport to Rugby is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Southport and Rugby?

No, there is no direct bus from Southport to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Duke Street and arriving at Bennett Street via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Transport Museum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Southport and Rugby?

No, there is no direct train from Southport to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Southport and arriving at Rugby via Wigan North Western and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Southport to Rugby?

The distance between Southport and Rugby is 129 miles. The road distance is 137.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southport to Rugby without a car is to train via Wigan Wallgate which takes 3h 3m and costs £40 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Southport to Rugby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southport to Rugby bus from?

Southport to Rugby bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Duke Street station.

Where do I catch the Southport to Rugby train from?

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

Train or bus from Southport to Rugby?

The best way to get from Southport to Rugby is to train via Wigan Wallgate which takes 3h 3m and costs £40 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Southport to Rugby bus arrive?

Southport to Rugby bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Queen Square Bus Station.

Where does the Southport to Rugby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southport to Rugby?

Yes, the driving distance between Southport to Rugby is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Southport to Rugby.

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

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

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Train via Wigan Wallgate
best
1. Take the train from Southport to Wigan Wallgatetrain
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Rugbytrain
3h 3m
£41–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 47
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Coventrybus Ukn21
7h 7m
£20–32
Drive 136.9 mi
1. Drive from Southport to Rugbycar 136.9 mi
2h 21m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Southport to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Rugbytrain
3h 8m
£46–120

Southport to Rugby by train

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Distance: 127.8 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a train from Southport to Rugby via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Crewe in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Duke Street to Bennett Street via Queen Square Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, Coventry, and Transport Museum in around 7h 7m.

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