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Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Southport (SOP)

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32

train journeys
per day

14

miles (22 kms)

1hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 23:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Southport (SOP)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Preston (Lancs) and Southport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Preston (Lancs) to Southport is approximately 14 miles (22 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 11 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and Southport.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Preston (Lancs) to Southport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 6 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Preston (Lancs) to Southport

Journeys from Preston (Lancs) to Southport Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:33
    1 hrs 24 mins2 changes
    06:57
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs) to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:10
    1 hrs 14 mins2 changes
    07:24
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs) to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:28
    1 hrs 13 mins2 changes
    07:41
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs) to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:18
    1 hrs 11 mins2 changes
    08:29
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs) to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:28
    1 hrs 13 mins2 changes
    08:41
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs) to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:17
    1 hrs 7 mins2 changes
    09:24
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs) to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:28
    1 hrs 13 mins2 changes
    09:41
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs) to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:18
    1 hrs 11 mins2 changes
    10:29
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs) to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:29
    1 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    10:41
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs) to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:18
    1 hrs 6 mins2 changes
    11:24
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs) to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:28
    1 hrs 13 mins2 changes
    11:41
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs) to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:18
    1 hrs 11 mins2 changes
    12:29
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs) to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:28
    1 hrs 13 mins2 changes
    12:41
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs) to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:18
    1 hrs 6 mins2 changes
    13:24
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs) to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:29
    1 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    13:41
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs) to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:18
    1 hrs 11 mins2 changes
    14:29
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs) to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:29
    1 hrs 14 mins2 changes
    14:43
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs) to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:18
    1 hrs 6 mins2 changes
    15:24
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs) to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:28
    1 hrs 13 mins2 changes
    15:41
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs) to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:18
    1 hrs 11 mins2 changes
    16:29
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs) to Southport

About Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
AddressPreston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed byVT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

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 Preston (Lancs) and Southport

The travel time between Preston (Lancs) and Southport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Preston (Lancs) and Southport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:02.

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Amenities on trains between Preston (Lancs) 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 Preston (Lancs) & Southport. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and Southport.

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