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Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Southport (SOP)

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35

train journeys
per day

25

miles (41 kms)

1hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

06:09 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

1

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Southport (SOP)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Ellesmere Port and Southport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ellesmere Port to Southport is approximately 25 miles (41 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 50 mins.

Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Southport.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ellesmere Port to Southport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 37 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Ellesmere Port to Southport

Journeys from Ellesmere Port to Southport Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:09
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    07:49
    Ellesmere Port
    Southport
    Ellesmere Port to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:39
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    08:19
    Ellesmere Port
    Southport
    Ellesmere Port to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:09
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    08:49
    Ellesmere Port
    Southport
    Ellesmere Port to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:39
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    09:19
    Ellesmere Port
    Southport
    Ellesmere Port to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:09
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    09:49
    Ellesmere Port
    Southport
    Ellesmere Port to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:39
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    10:19
    Ellesmere Port
    Southport
    Ellesmere Port to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:09
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    10:49
    Ellesmere Port
    Southport
    Ellesmere Port to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:39
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    11:19
    Ellesmere Port
    Southport
    Ellesmere Port to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:09
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    11:49
    Ellesmere Port
    Southport
    Ellesmere Port to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:39
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    12:19
    Ellesmere Port
    Southport
    Ellesmere Port to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:09
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    12:49
    Ellesmere Port
    Southport
    Ellesmere Port to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:39
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    13:19
    Ellesmere Port
    Southport
    Ellesmere Port to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:09
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    13:49
    Ellesmere Port
    Southport
    Ellesmere Port to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:39
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    14:19
    Ellesmere Port
    Southport
    Ellesmere Port to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:09
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    14:49
    Ellesmere Port
    Southport
    Ellesmere Port to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:39
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    15:19
    Ellesmere Port
    Southport
    Ellesmere Port to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:09
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    15:49
    Ellesmere Port
    Southport
    Ellesmere Port to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:39
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    16:19
    Ellesmere Port
    Southport
    Ellesmere Port to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:09
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    16:49
    Ellesmere Port
    Southport
    Ellesmere Port to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:39
    1 hrs 40 mins1 change
    17:19
    Ellesmere Port
    Southport
    Ellesmere Port to Southport

About Ellesmere Port Station

Station name Ellesmere Port (ELP)
AddressEllesmere Port station, Europa Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4AR
Managed byME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00
Weekend Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureUnavailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Southport Station

Station name Southport (SOP)
AddressSouthport station, Chapel Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1BE
Managed byME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 05:28 - 00:37
Tuesday 05:28 - 00:37
Wednesday 05:28 - 00:37
Thursday 05:28 - 00:37
Friday 05:28 - 00:37
Saturday 05:28 - 00:37
Sunday 07:43 - 00:37
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ellesmere Port and Southport

The travel time between Ellesmere Port and Southport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ellesmere Port and Southport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:09, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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Amenities on trains between Ellesmere Port and Southport can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ellesmere Port & Southport. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Southport.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Ellesmere Port and Southport, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.