The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Southport
Cheapest price
£95
Average price
£95
Fastest journey
6 h 19 m
Average duration
6 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Southport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Southport will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £95.
Of the 1 trains that leave Norwich 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 309 km distance in an average of 6 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 19 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.
8:006h19Norwich14:19Southport£951One-way0 changes
8:006h19Norwich14:19Southport£951One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Norwich to Southport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Southport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £60. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £60, and a flight costs an average of £557.
Distance: 309 km
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£70 Average Price | £557 Average Price | £60 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 32m Average total duration Fastest 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 22m Average total duration 16h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Norwich to Southport train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Southport trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:48 Norwich | 6h15 | 12:03 Southport | 3 changes | |
![]() | 6:51 Norwich | 5h52 | 12:43 Southport | 4 changes | |
![]() | 6:51 Norwich | 6h12 | 13:03 Southport | 3 changes | |
![]() | 7:55 Norwich | 6h08 | 14:03 Southport | 3 changes | |
![]() | 8:52 Norwich | 5h52 | 14:44 Southport | 4 changes | |
![]() | 8:52 Norwich | 6h11 | 15:03 Southport | 3 changes | |
![]() | 9:52 Norwich | 6h11 | 16:03 Southport | 3 changes | |
![]() | 10:52 Norwich | 5h51 | 16:43 Southport | 4 changes | |
![]() | 10:52 Norwich | 6h11 | 17:03 Southport | 3 changes | |
![]() | 11:52 Norwich | 6h11 | 18:03 Southport | 3 changes | |
![]() | 12:52 Norwich | 6h11 | 19:03 Southport | 3 changes | |
![]() | 13:52 Norwich | 6h11 | 20:03 Southport | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Southport
Trains from Norwich to Southport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 309 km distance in 6h 19m.
Distance 309 km |
Average train duration 6h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 19m |
First train 5:36 |
Last train 22:25 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Norwich to Southport trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Norwich and Southport from £46. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Norwich to Southport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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 Norwich and Southport
Most Norwich to Southport trains use the Norwich to Southport station pair, with some services arriving at Ainsdale. Use this guide to compare Norwich and Southport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Norwich station do trains to Southport leave from?
Getting to Norwich from Norwich city centre
Norwich train station facilities and services
Norwich has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Norwich.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Norwich. ATMs are available at Norwich.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Norwich. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Norwich: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Norwich: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Norwich: 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 taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Southport station do trains from Norwich arrive at?
Getting to Southport from Southport city centre
Southport train station facilities and services
Southport has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Southport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southport. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southport: 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.
Getting to Ainsdale from Southport city centre
Ainsdale is 5 km from Southport city centre. Public transport options include:
Ainsdale train station facilities and services
Ainsdale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ainsdale.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Ainsdale.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ainsdale. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ainsdale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ainsdale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ainsdale: 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.” Although a footbridge links platforms, both platforms can be accessed via a level crossing. Staff are on hand to assist those passengers requiring it, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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