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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southport to Hemel Hempstead
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Southport to Hemel Hempstead and enjoy the approximately 271 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 17:03. The fastest train covers the 271 km distance in 3h 2m.
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 £43
Distance 271 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 05:06 |
Last train 17:03 |
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 £43
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Northern Trains Limited from Southport to Hemel Hempstead trainsAvanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Southport and Hemel Hempstead from £43. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 41m
Cheapest Price
£192
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Merseyrail
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 42m
Merseyrail frequency
14 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 2m
Northern Trains Limited frequency
11 a day
FAQs: Southport to Hemel Hempstead train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southport to Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Hemel Hempstead can be explored comfortably in one to two days, allowing time to enjoy its key attractions such as the Old Town, Gadebridge Park, and the Marlowes Shopping Centre.
The cheapest way to get from Southport to Hemel Hempstead is by coach, costing approximately £43.
The train distance from Southport to Hemel Hempstead is 271 km.
The train journey from Southport to Hemel Hempstead offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with scenic highlights including stretches of the countryside and glimpses of the Peak District.
The last train from Southport to Hemel Hempstead departs at 17:03.
Booking trains from Southport to Hemel Hempstead in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
There is no night train service from Southport to Hemel Hempstead.
The train journey from Southport to Hemel Hempstead covers a distance of 271 km and takes approximately 3h 2m. Trains run 3 per day.
A day trip from Southport to Hemel Hempstead is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 2m. Trains run 3 times per day.
The train station in Southport that goes to Hemel Hempstead is Southport station (SOP), and it arrives at Hemel Hempstead station (HML).
The first train from Southport to Hemel Hempstead leaves at 5:06.
Trains from Southport to Hemel Hempstead run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Southport to Hemel Hempstead.
Yes, you can take the train from Southport to Hemel Hempstead.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Southport to Hemel Hempstead.
To get from Southport to Hemel Hempstead, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southport and Hemel Hempstead
Southport
Hemel Hempstead
The major train station for departures in Southport is Southport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southport for your trip from Southport to Hemel Hempstead.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
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
WC
- 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
The major train station for arrivals in Hemel Hempstead is Hemel Hempstead. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hemel Hempstead for your journey to Hemel Hempstead from Southport.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Fishery Wharf Cafe
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Card payment only.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located within the Booking Hall Concourse. All toilet facilities are only available during Booking Office opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 07:30-19:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Booking Hall Concourse. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 07:30-19:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Hemel Hempstead
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Public service bus stops outside station entrance.
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