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Journey information
Overview: Train from Doncaster to Southport
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Trains from Doncaster to Southport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 20:42. The fastest train covers the 124 km distance in 3h 0m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 124 km |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 5:36 |
Last train 20:42 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: TransPennine Express from Doncaster to Southport trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Doncaster and Southport from £46. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
£46
TransPennine Express frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Doncaster to Southport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Doncaster 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Doncaster to Southport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £46, while the average price tends to be around £53.
The train journey from Doncaster to Southport covers a distance of 124 km and takes approximately 3h 0m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Doncaster to Southport is 124 km.
The first train from Doncaster to Southport leaves at 5:36.
The last train from Doncaster to Southport departs at 20:42.
Trains from Doncaster to Southport run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Doncaster to Southport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Doncaster to Southport.
To get from Doncaster to Southport, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Doncaster to Southport.
The train station in Doncaster that goes to Southport is Doncaster station (DON), and it arrives at Southport station (SOP).
The cheapest way to get from Doncaster to Southport is by train, costing approximately £46.
Booking trains from Doncaster to Southport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Doncaster to Southport offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with sights of the English countryside and glimpses of towns along the route, providing a pleasant travel experience.
A day trip from Doncaster to Southport is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 0m. Trains run 4 times per day over a distance of 124 km.
For a well-rounded experience in Southport, plan to spend about 2 to 3 days. This allows time to explore its beaches, visit attractions like the Southport Pier and Botanic Gardens, and enjoy shopping and dining in the town centre.
Yes, you can take the train from Doncaster to Southport.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Doncaster and Southport
Doncaster
Southport
The major train station for departures in Doncaster is Doncaster. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Doncaster for your trip from Doncaster to Southport.
Amenities at train station
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Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Phones are low level but not text
- Accessible taxis: Advance booking not required
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: .
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are adjacent to Platforms 3 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3a and 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on Platforms 4 and 8.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3a and 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on Platforms 4 and 8.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 3 opening hours - 05:00 - 22:30 Platform 4 North Waiting Room opening hours - 05:00 - 01:30 Platform 4 South Waiting Room opening hours - 05:00 - 22:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Doncaster
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the front of the station and park in the station overflow car park.
The major train station for arrivals in Southport is Southport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southport for your journey to Southport from Doncaster.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
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Ticket Office Hours
- 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.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: in staff car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Southport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Car Park London Street, Southport
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ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibility
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