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Trains from Southport (SOP) to Preston (Lancs)

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33

train journeys
per day

14

miles (22 kms)

1hrs 4 mins

fastest journey

06:05 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Southport (SOP) to Preston (Lancs)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Southport and Preston (Lancs) , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southport to Preston (Lancs) is approximately 14 miles (22 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 24 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southport to Preston (Lancs). The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 4 mins.

Journeys from Southport to Preston (Lancs) Today

  • Mon 13th May
    06:05
    1 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    07:15
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    06:26
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    07:51
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    07:05
    1 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    07:26
    1 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    08:50
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    08:05
    1 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    09:17
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    08:32
    1 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    09:05
    1 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    10:17
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    09:26
    1 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    10:39
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    10:05
    1 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    11:17
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    10:32
    1 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:39
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    11:03
    1 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    12:17
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    11:26
    1 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    12:05
    1 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    12:32
    1 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:39
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    13:05
    1 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    14:17
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    13:26
    1 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    14:39
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    14:05
    1 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    15:17
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    14:32
    1 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:39
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    15:05
    1 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    16:17
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 13th May
    15:26
    1 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    Southport
    Preston (Lancs)
    Southport to Preston (Lancs)

About Southport Station

Station name Southport (SOP)
Address Southport station, Chapel Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1BE
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 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 Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Southport and Preston (Lancs)

The travel time between Southport and Preston (Lancs) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 4 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southport and Preston (Lancs) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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Amenities on trains between Southport and Preston (Lancs) can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Southport & Preston (Lancs). owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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