The cheapest and fastest trains from Burscough to Southport
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
14 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burscough to Southport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burscough to Southport will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 32 trains that leave Burscough for Southport every day 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:390h18Burscough Bridge6:57Southport£51One-way0 changes
7:110h14Burscough Bridge7:25Southport£51One-way0 changes
7:280h15Burscough Bridge7:43Southport£51One-way0 changes
8:130h20Burscough Bridge8:33Southport£51One-way0 changes
8:280h15Burscough Bridge8:43Southport£51One-way0 changes
7:110h14Burscough Bridge7:25Southport£51One-way0 changes
9:110h14Burscough Bridge9:25Southport£51One-way0 changes
11:110h14Burscough Bridge11:25Southport£51One-way0 changes
13:110h14Burscough Bridge13:25Southport£51One-way0 changes
14:300h14Burscough Bridge14:44Southport£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Burscough to Southport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burscough to Southport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 12 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£7 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 14m Average total duration 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Burscough to Southport train times
The table below shows live departures for Burscough to Southport trains for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 23:44 Burscough Bridge | 0h14 | 23:58 Southport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 3 June | |||||
![]() | 6:39 Burscough Bridge | 0h18 | 6:57 Southport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:11 Burscough Bridge | 0h14 | 7:25 Southport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:28 Burscough Bridge | 0h15 | 7:43 Southport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:13 Burscough Bridge | 0h20 | 8:33 Southport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:28 Burscough Bridge | 0h15 | 8:43 Southport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:11 Burscough Bridge | 0h14 | 9:25 Southport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:28 Burscough Bridge | 0h15 | 9:43 Southport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Burscough to Southport by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burscough to Southport
Trains from Burscough to Southport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 18m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 23:44 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Mersey Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Burscough to Southport trainsNorthern Rail, Mersey Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Burscough and Southport from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Burscough to Southport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burscough to Southport by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Burscough and Southport
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Wigan/Manchester platform: step free access down 40 metre slope from Station Approach or down 26 steps with rest platform and handrail from Liverpool Road North. Southport platform: step free access from side road or down 26 steps with rest platform and handrail from Liverpool Road North. This station is not recommended for the severely mobility impaired due to the low height of the platform causing a high step onto the train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop on Bobby Langton Way, outside Grove Youth & Community Center
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Acess to Southport platform : from New Lane level access up a 5 metre ramp. Wigan platform : from New Lane up a 5 metre ramp.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on New Lane near to the station level crossing. (Station Side for Southport, opposite side for Wigan)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:28 - 00:37 Sunday 07:43 - 00:37 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Ticket office is step free. Both platforms accessed via concourse.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: in staff car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Car Park London Street, Southport
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:34 - 00:30 Sunday 07:49 - 00:30 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C: “This station does not have step-free access to any platform.” The nearest station with disabled access is Ainsdale.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: adjacent to booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Waterloo Road, Birkdale, Southport
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