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Compare train and coach for Manchester to Southport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Southport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £18.
Distance: 54 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£18 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Southport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Southport coaches for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 02:55 Manchester | 4h49 | 07:44 Southport | 3 changes | |
| 03:55 Manchester | 4h53 | 08:48 Southport | 3 changes | |
| 05:00 Manchester | 4h14 | 09:14 Southport | 3 changes | |
| 05:30 Manchester | 4h13 | 09:43 Southport | 3 changes | |
| 06:08 Manchester | 3h56 | 10:04 Southport | 3 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Southport
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Buses from Manchester to Southport run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 05:13, the last at 23:32. The fastest coach covers the 54 km distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 54 km |
Average bus duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 58m |
First bus 05:13 |
Last bus 23:32 |
Buses from Manchester to Southport
Catching buses from Manchester to Southport is simple, with services every day of the week. National Express provide a single bus every day on the Manchester to Southport route, usually departing in the middle of the afternoon. However, buses don't travel directly to Southport, and a single change will be required at Liverpool One Bus Station. The total journey varies a little, ranging from 3 hours 5 minutes to 3 hours 50 minutes. Services leave from Sackville Street in Manchester and arrive at Eastbank Street in Southport, right next to the town's railway station.
FAQs: Manchester to Southport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Southport by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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