Roby to Port Sunlight train with Mersey Rail

Fri 18 Sept
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Roby to Port Sunlight

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£6

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£6

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

54 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

54 m

Trains on 18 Sept

1

Distance

11 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Roby to Port Sunlight is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Roby to Port Sunlight will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Roby to Port Sunlight, including 1 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .

The slowest trains will take 54 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.

  • Mersey Rail
    8:150h54
    Roby
    9:09Port Sunlight
    £61One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Roby to Port Sunlight

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Roby to Port Sunlight among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £8.

Distance: 11 km

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Coach
Driving

£8

Average Price

£5

Average Price

Cheapest

£3

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 50m

Average total duration

1h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

34m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Roby to Port Sunlight is a coach with an average price of £5.

This is compared to other travel options from Roby to Port Sunlight:

A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Roby to Port Sunlight costing on average £8.

The fastest way to travel from Roby to Port Sunlight is by train with an average journey time of 33m.

Other travel options to Port Sunlight take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Roby and Port Sunlight including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1m sooner (33m by train vs 34m by car). Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £3 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Compare prices and tickets Roby to Port Sunlight by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Roby to Port Sunlight

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Trains from Roby to Port Sunlight run on average 6 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 16:32. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 5h 40m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Distance
11 km
Average train duration
33m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
5h 40m
First train
6:09
Last train
16:32
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Thu
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5

Train companies: Mersey Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Roby to Port Sunlight trainsMersey Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Roby and Port Sunlight from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Mersey Rail

About
Mersey Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a network of commuter and regional services in the North West of England. Mersey Rail operates a variety of train types, including the Class 507 and Class 508 electric multiple units, and the Class 142 and Class 150 diesel multiple units. It also operates the Merseyrail Electrics, a fleet of electric multiple units. Mersey Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Mersey Rail are Liverpool to Southport, Liverpool to Chester, and Liverpool to Ormskirk.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Mersey Rail Duration
54m
Cheapest Mersey Rail Price
£6
Mersey Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be leashed
Quiet zone
Family area

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
5h 40m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£8
Northern Trains Limited frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Roby to Port Sunlight train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Roby to Port Sunlight 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 Port Sunlight, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Roby to Port Sunlight can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The train journey from Roby to Port Sunlight covers a distance of 11 km and takes approximately 5h 40m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Roby to Port Sunlight is 11 km.
The first train from Roby to Port Sunlight leaves at 6:09.
The last train from Roby to Port Sunlight departs at 16:32.
Trains from Roby to Port Sunlight run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Roby to Port Sunlight.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Roby to Port Sunlight.
To get from Roby to Port Sunlight, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Roby to Port Sunlight.
The train station in Roby that goes to Port Sunlight is Roby station (ROB), and it arrives at Port Sunlight station (PSL).
The cheapest way to get from Roby to Port Sunlight is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Roby to Port Sunlight in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Roby to Port Sunlight offers a pleasant experience, passing through suburban landscapes and glimpses of greenery, though it is not widely noted for being particularly scenic.
A visit to Port Sunlight can typically be enjoyed over one to two days, allowing time to explore its historic architecture, museums, and gardens.
Yes, you can take the train from Roby to Port Sunlight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Roby and Port Sunlight

Most Roby to Port Sunlight trains use the Roby to Port Sunlight station pair. Use this guide to compare Roby and Port Sunlight train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Roby
Arrival train stations in Port Sunlight

Which Roby station do trains to Port Sunlight leave from?

Trains from Roby to Port Sunlight leave from Roby. The station is from Roby city centre at Roby station, Station Road, off Roby Road, Roby, Merseyside, L36 4HU.
RobyRoby station, Station Road, off Roby Road, Roby, Merseyside, L36 4HUParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Roby from Roby city centre

Bus8, 15, 8E · 1m · £2 · every ~23 min

Roby train station facilities and services

Roby has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Roby.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Roby.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Roby: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Roby: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Roby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts available , 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.

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