The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Southport
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
1 h 42 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Southport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Southport will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Southport every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport to Southport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Southport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 58 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Airport to Southport train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Southport trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 17 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:48 Manchester Airport | 1h42 | 12:30 Southport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport to Southport by train or coach
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Why should you book Manchester Airport to Southport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail (3)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail (3), but also compare tickets for the likes of TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Southport.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail (3) with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester Airport to Southport.
Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Airport to Southport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Southport
Trains from Manchester Airport to Southport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:44, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 08:44 |
Last train 21:48 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport to Southport trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Southport from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
TransPennine Express
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Manchester Airport to Southport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport and Southport
- 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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