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

1h 10m

Cheapest Price

£2

Northern Rail (3) frequency

16 a day

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

TransPennine Express

About

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Luggage & cancellation policy

TransPennine Express frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats

Cancellation Policy

Refund policies apply as per ticket type

Refund

Full refund if service is cancelled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items

Seat reservation

Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service

Pets

Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger

Quiet zone

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Merseyrail

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 Duration

2h 10m

Cheapest Price

£19

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

Learn more about Merseyrail

station information and facilities

Train stations in Southport

Southport

Amenities at train station

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Information Desk

information

Address

Southport station, Chapel Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1BE

Ticket Office Hours

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.

Shopping

Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth

Parking

Car Park: No

Accessibility

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

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: in staff car park
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

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

Public transport options for Southport

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Car Park London Street, Southport

Meols Cop

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Taxis

Accessibility

information

Address

Southport PR8 6HA, UK

Distance to city center

2 km

Ainsdale

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Information Desk

information

Address

Ainsdale station, Station Road, Ainsdale, Merseyside, PR8 3HJ

Phone Number

+44 1515551111

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:32 - 00:27 Sunday 07:52 - 00:27 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.

Distance to city center

5 km

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Accessibility

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

National key toilets: No
Baby changing facilities: No

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: adjacent to booking office
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

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

Public transport options for Ainsdale

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses stop on Shore Road, Ainsdale

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