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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southport to Aintree
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£10
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 6 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southport to Aintree is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southport to Aintree will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Southport to Aintree, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
8:061h06Southport9:12Aintree£101One-way0 changes
- 8:061h06Southport9:12Aintree£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Southport to Aintree
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southport to Aintree among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 18 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 21m Average total duration 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southport to Aintree:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southport to Aintree costing on average £9.
Other travel options to Aintree take longer:
Train takes on average 51m.
Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £4 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-4.89. The journey takes 51m versus 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southport to Aintree
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Southport to Aintree run on average 6 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 5:36 |
Last train 23:21 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Mersey Rail, Merseyrail from Southport to Aintree trainsMersey Rail, Merseyrail trains will get you between Southport and Aintree from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southport to Aintree train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southport to Aintree 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 Aintree, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southport and Aintree
Most Southport to Aintree trains use the Southport to Aintree station pair, with some services arriving at Old Roan. Use this guide to compare Southport and Aintree train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southport station do trains to Aintree leave from?
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.
Which Aintree station do trains from Southport arrive at?
Getting to Aintree from Aintree city centre
Aintree is 1 km from Aintree city centre. Public transport options include:
Aintree train station facilities and services
Aintree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aintree. 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 Aintree: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aintree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aintree: 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." Access to the Ormskirk bound platform is via a ramped overbridge, 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: Yes.
Getting to Old Roan from Aintree city centre
Old Roan train station facilities and services
Old Roan has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Old Roan.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Old Roan. 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 Old Roan: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Old Roan: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Old Roan: 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" Car park and ticket office are step free. Platforms can also be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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