Sheffield to Southport train with Northern Rail

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Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Southport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Southport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, and a coach costs an average of £28.

Distance: 106 km

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Coach

£24

Average Price

Cheapest

£28

Average Price

2h 57m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 27m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 52m

Average total duration

3h 22m

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Why should you book Sheffield to Southport trains with Omio?

Northern Rail as well as east_midlands_trains or TransPennine Express offer trains services from Sheffield to Southport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Sheffield to Southport.

Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Sheffield to Southport.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Southport.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Sheffield to Southport

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Trains from Sheffield to Southport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 2h 33m.

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
106 km
Average train duration
2h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 33m
First train
5:36
Last train
22:38
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
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: Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express from Sheffield to Southport trainsNorthern Rail, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Sheffield and Southport from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 33m
Cheapest Price
£18
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 41m
Cheapest Price
£30
east_midlands_trains frequency
24 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 32m
Cheapest Price
£41
TransPennine Express frequency
26 a day

FAQs: Sheffield to Southport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Sheffield to Southport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £18, while the average price tends to be around £24.
The train journey from Sheffield to Southport covers a distance of 106 km and takes approximately 2h 33m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Sheffield to Southport is 106 km.
The first train from Sheffield to Southport leaves at 5:36.
The last train from Sheffield to Southport departs at 22:38.
Trains from Sheffield to Southport run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sheffield to Southport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sheffield to Southport.
To get from Sheffield to Southport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Sheffield to Southport.
The train station in Sheffield that goes to Southport is Sheffield station (SHF), and it arrives at Southport station (SOP).
The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Southport is by train, costing approximately £18.
Booking trains from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Southport offers varied scenery, including views of the Pennines and picturesque countryside, providing a pleasant visual experience for travellers.
A day trip from Sheffield to Southport is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 33m. However, trains run 4 times per day.
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 Sheffield to Southport.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Southport

Most Sheffield to Southport trains use the Sheffield to Southport station pair, with some services arriving at Hillside. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Southport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Sheffield
Arrival train stations in Southport

Which Sheffield station do trains to Southport leave from?

Trains from Sheffield to Southport leave from Sheffield. The station is 1 km from Sheffield city centre at Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP.
SheffieldSheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP+44 8704420104ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre

Bus56 · 1m · £4 · every ~7 min
TramBlue, Purp, Yell · 4m · every ~20 min

Sheffield train station facilities and services

Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Sheffield.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Sheffield: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

MeadowhallMeadowhall station, Meadowhall Road, Meadowhall, South Yorkshire, S9 1JQ+44 8002006060ShoppingParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre

Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainSheffield - Leeds, Sheffield - Huddersfield, Nottingham - Leeds, Sheffield - Adwick, Lincoln Central - Leeds, Sheffield - Scarborough, Sheffield - Doncaster, Sheffield - Lockwood, Sheffield - York, Sheffield - Hull, Sheffield - Bridlington, Sheffield - Barnsley, Chesterfield - Leeds, Retford - Leeds, Sheffield - Wakefield Kirkgate, Lincoln Central - Huddersfield, Lincoln Central - Lockwood, Alfreton - Leeds, Sheffield - Penistone, Sheffield - Beverley, Retford - Meadowhall, Sheffield - Carlisle, Nottingham - Barnsley · 5m · £2 · every ~15 min
BusUk905 · 10m · £0.89
X17, 137, 65 · 18m · £4 · every ~7 min
X1, X2 · 19m · every ~13 min
65 · 22m · £4
70A, 70 · 48m · every ~3 min
TramBlue, Yell · 18m · every ~16 min

Meadowhall train station facilities and services

Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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