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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Southport
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Southport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Southport will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
To travel from Preston to Southport you need to make at least one change.
W33903+
L8925110:180h47Preston station (PRE)11:05Southport station (SOP)£241One-way1 change- G89171 · P2865310:281h15Preston station (PRE)11:43Southport station (SOP)£241One-way1 change
- G89165 · P286439:281h15Preston station (PRE)10:43Southport station (SOP)£241One-way1 change
- W34271+L892448:170h48Preston station (PRE)9:05Southport station (SOP)£241One-way1 change
- G85359 · P286338:281h15Preston station (PRE)9:43Southport station (SOP)£241One-way1 change
- W34265+L892489:190h46Preston station (PRE)10:05Southport station (SOP)£241One-way1 change
- W33903+L8925110:180h47Preston station (PRE)11:05Southport station (SOP)£241One-way1 change
- W34271+L892448:170h48Preston station (PRE)9:05Southport station (SOP)£241One-way1 change
- G89171 · P2865310:281h15Preston station (PRE)11:43Southport station (SOP)£241One-way1 change
- G89165 · P286439:281h15Preston station (PRE)10:43Southport station (SOP)£241One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Preston to Southport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Southport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 23 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£21 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Preston to Southport train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G89147 · P28616 | On time 6:28 Preston station (PRE) | 1h15 | 7:43 Southport station (SOP) | 1 change | |
| G86187 · P28621 | On time 7:10 Preston station (PRE) | 1h23 | 8:33 Southport station (SOP) | 1 change | |
| W34207+L89240 | On time 7:18 Preston station (PRE) | 0h47 | 8:05 Southport station (SOP) | 1 change | |
| G89153 · P28625 | On time 7:28 Preston station (PRE) | 1h15 | 8:43 Southport station (SOP) | 1 change | |
| G86190 · P28629 | On time 8:10 Preston station (PRE) | 1h15 | 9:25 Southport station (SOP) | 1 change | |
| W34271+L89244 | On time 8:17 Preston station (PRE) | 0h48 | 9:05 Southport station (SOP) | 1 change | |
| G85359 · P28633 | On time 8:28 Preston station (PRE) | 1h15 | 9:43 Southport station (SOP) | 1 change | |
| W34265+L89248 | On time 9:19 Preston station (PRE) | 0h46 | 10:05 Southport station (SOP) | 1 change | |
| G89165 · P28643 | On time 9:28 Preston station (PRE) | 1h15 | 10:43 Southport station (SOP) | 1 change | |
| W33903+L89251 | On time 10:18 Preston station (PRE) | 0h47 | 11:05 Southport station (SOP) | 1 change | |
| G89171 · P28653 | On time 10:28 Preston station (PRE) | 1h15 | 11:43 Southport station (SOP) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Southport
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Trains from Preston to Southport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 23:16 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Preston to Southport trainsNorthern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Preston and Southport from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Preston to Southport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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 Preston and Southport
Most Preston to Southport trains use the Preston to Southport station pair, with some services arriving at Hillside. Use this guide to compare Preston and Southport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Preston station do trains to Southport leave from?
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston train station facilities and services
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
Which Southport station do trains from Preston 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 Hillside from Southport city centre
Hillside is 3 km from Southport city centre. Public transport options include:
Hillside train station facilities and services
Hillside has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hillside.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hillside. 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 Hillside: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hillside: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hillside: 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.
Getting to Meols Cop from Southport city centre
Meols Cop is 2 km from Southport city centre. Public transport options include:
Meols Cop train station facilities and services
Meols Cop has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Meols Cop.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meols Cop: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meols Cop.
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