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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 prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 18 km
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1h 21m Average total duration 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southport to Aintree train times
The table below shows live departures for Southport to Aintree trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:36 Southport | 1h08 | 6:44 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 5:51 Southport | 1h08 | 6:59 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:06 Southport | 1h08 | 7:14 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:21 Southport | 1h09 | 7:30 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:36 Southport | 1h08 | 7:44 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:51 Southport | 1h08 | 7:59 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:06 Southport | 1h08 | 8:14 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:21 Southport | 1h08 | 8:29 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:36 Southport | 1h08 | 8:44 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:51 Southport | 1h08 | 8:59 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:06 Southport | 1h08 | 9:14 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:21 Southport | 1h08 | 9:29 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:36 Southport | 1h08 | 9:44 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:51 Southport | 1h08 | 9:59 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:06 Southport | 1h08 | 10:14 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:21 Southport | 1h08 | 10:29 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:36 Southport | 1h08 | 10:44 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:51 Southport | 1h08 | 10:59 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:06 Southport | 1h08 | 11:14 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:21 Southport | 1h08 | 11:29 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:36 Southport | 1h08 | 11:44 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:51 Southport | 1h08 | 11:59 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:06 Southport | 1h08 | 12:14 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:21 Southport | 1h08 | 12:29 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:36 Southport | 1h08 | 12:44 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:51 Southport | 1h08 | 12:59 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:06 Southport | 1h08 | 13:14 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:21 Southport | 1h08 | 13:29 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:36 Southport | 1h08 | 13:44 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:51 Southport | 1h08 | 13:59 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:06 Southport | 1h08 | 14:14 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:21 Southport | 1h08 | 14:29 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:36 Southport | 1h08 | 14:44 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:51 Southport | 1h08 | 14:59 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:06 Southport | 1h08 | 15:14 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:21 Southport | 1h08 | 15:29 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:36 Southport | 1h08 | 15:44 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:51 Southport | 1h08 | 15:59 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:06 Southport | 1h08 | 16:14 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:21 Southport | 1h08 | 16:29 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:36 Southport | 1h08 | 16:44 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:51 Southport | 1h08 | 16:59 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:06 Southport | 1h08 | 17:14 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:21 Southport | 1h08 | 17:29 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:36 Southport | 1h08 | 17:44 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:51 Southport | 1h08 | 17:59 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:06 Southport | 1h08 | 18:14 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:21 Southport | 1h08 | 18:29 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:36 Southport | 1h08 | 18:44 Old Roan | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:51 Southport | 1h08 | 18:59 Old Roan | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southport to Aintree
Trains from Southport to Aintree run on average 6 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 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 6m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 5:36 |
Last train 23:21 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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 Old Roan station pair, with some services arriving at Aintree. 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.
Getting to Ainsdale from Southport city centre
Ainsdale is 5 km from Southport city centre. Public transport options include:
Ainsdale train station facilities and services
Ainsdale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ainsdale.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Ainsdale.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ainsdale. 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 Ainsdale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ainsdale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ainsdale: 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.
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.
Which Aintree station do trains from Southport arrive at?
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.
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.
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