Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£6

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£12

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

1 h 19 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 19 m

Trains on 18 Sept

34

Distance

53 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 34 trains from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV), including 13 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 19 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.

  • Northern RailP28821
    22:251h23
    Southport station (SOP)
    23:48Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailP28814
    19:301h19
    Southport station (SOP)
    20:49Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailP28811
    18:301h19
    Southport station (SOP)
    19:49Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailP28790
    9:241h25
    Southport station (SOP)
    10:49Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailP24181 · L89265
    13:041h29
    Southport station (SOP)
    14:33Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    £81One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £13.

Distance: 53 km

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Train
Driving

£13

Average Price

Cheapest

£11

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 12m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is a train with an average price of £13.
The fastest way to travel from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 19m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southport station (SOP) and Manchester Victoria (MCV) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-1.21. The journey takes 1h 19m versus 1h 12m 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.

Live departures

Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train times

The table below shows live departures for Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Mersey RailG30366 · G77632+Transpennine ExpressW84813
On time
11:36 Southport station (SOP)
1h52
13:28 Manchester Victoria (MCV)		2 changes
Northern RailP24179 · L8926212:03 Southport station (SOP)
1h30
13:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Northern RailP28801
On time
12:30 Southport station (SOP)
1h19
13:49 Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 changesdirect
Mersey RailG30374 · G77621+Transpennine ExpressW8481812:36 Southport station (SOP)
1h52
14:28 Manchester Victoria (MCV)2 changes
Northern RailP24181 · L8926513:04 Southport station (SOP)
1h29
14:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Northern RailP28805
On time
13:24 Southport station (SOP)
1h25
14:49 Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 changesdirect
Mersey RailG30381 · G77612+Transpennine ExpressW84825
On time
13:36 Southport station (SOP)
1h52
15:28 Manchester Victoria (MCV)		2 changes
Northern RailP24183 · L8926914:03 Southport station (SOP)
1h30
15:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Northern RailP28807
On time
14:30 Southport station (SOP)
1h19
15:49 Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 changesdirect
Mersey RailG30387 · G77601+Transpennine ExpressW84830
On time
14:36 Southport station (SOP)
1h52
16:28 Manchester Victoria (MCV)		2 changes
Northern RailP24185 · L89272
On time
15:03 Southport station (SOP)
1h30
16:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV)		1 change
Northern RailP28808
On time
15:24 Southport station (SOP)
1h26
16:50 Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 changesdirect
Mersey RailG30393 · G77592+Transpennine ExpressW84837
On time
15:36 Southport station (SOP)
1h52
17:28 Manchester Victoria (MCV)		2 changes
Northern RailP24156 · L89276
On time
16:03 Southport station (SOP)
1h30
17:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV)		1 change
Northern RailP28809
On time
16:30 Southport station (SOP)
1h19
17:49 Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 changesdirect
Mersey RailG30399 · G77581+Transpennine ExpressW84843
On time
16:36 Southport station (SOP)
1h52
18:28 Manchester Victoria (MCV)		2 changes
Northern RailP24160 · L89279
On time
17:03 Southport station (SOP)
1h30
18:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV)		1 change
Northern RailP2881017:24 Southport station (SOP)
1h25
18:49 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect
Mersey RailG30405 · G77571+Transpennine ExpressC24432
On time
17:36 Southport station (SOP)
1h52
19:28 Manchester Victoria (MCV)		2 changes
Northern RailP24164 · L89282
On time
18:03 Southport station (SOP)
1h30
19:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV)		1 change
Northern RailP2881118:30 Southport station (SOP)
1h19
19:49 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect
Mersey RailG30411 · C57161+Transpennine ExpressC24376
On time
18:36 Southport station (SOP)
1h52
20:28 Manchester Victoria (MCV)		2 changes
Northern RailP24169 · L89286
On time
19:02 Southport station (SOP)
1h31
20:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV)		1 change
Northern RailP2881419:30 Southport station (SOP)
1h19
20:49 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP2882122:25 Southport station (SOP)
1h23
23:48 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24154 · L892426:03 Southport station (SOP)
1h30
7:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Northern RailP287816:25 Southport station (SOP)
1h24
7:49 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect
Mersey RailG30339 · G86325+Transpennine ExpressC243966:36 Southport station (SOP)
1h53
8:29 Manchester Victoria (MCV)2 changes
Northern RailP24158 · L892467:03 Southport station (SOP)
1h30
8:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Northern RailP287847:25 Southport station (SOP)
1h26
8:51 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect
Mersey RailG30343 · G86316+Transpennine ExpressW847907:36 Southport station (SOP)
1h52
9:28 Manchester Victoria (MCV)2 changes
Northern RailP287878:30 Southport station (SOP)
1h19
9:49 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP287909:24 Southport station (SOP)
1h25
10:49 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP2879310:30 Southport station (SOP)
1h19
11:49 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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Trains from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:30, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 1h 11m.

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
53 km
Average train duration
1h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
1h 11m
First train
7:30
Last train
21:25
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
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, Mersey Rail from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trainsNorthern Rail, Mersey Rail trains will get you between Southport station (SOP) and Manchester Victoria (MCV) from £6. 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 Northern Rail Duration
1h 11m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£6
Northern Rail frequency
4 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

Mersey Rail

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 Mersey Rail Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Mersey Rail Price
£14
Mersey Rail frequency
4 a day
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 Mersey Rail

FAQs: Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Manchester Victoria (MCV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £13.
The train journey from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) covers a distance of 53 km and takes approximately 1h 11m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is 53 km.
The first train from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) leaves at 7:30.
The last train from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) departs at 21:25.
Trains from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
Yes, there is a direct train between Southport station (SOP) and Manchester Victoria (MCV). The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Northern Rail.
To get from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
The cheapest way to get from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is by train, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Southport to Manchester Victoria offers varied scenery, including coastal views near Southport and stretches of countryside, though much of the route also passes through urban and suburban areas.
Yes, a day trip from Southport to Manchester Victoria is feasible. The journey takes 1h 11m and covers 53 km. Trains run 7 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).

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Important Stations and Airports in Southport station (SOP) and Manchester Victoria (MCV)

Most Southport station (SOP) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trains use the Southport to Manchester Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Southport station (SOP) and Manchester Victoria (MCV) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Southport
Arrival train stations in Manchester
SouthportSouthport station, Chapel Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1BEShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Southport from Southport city centre

Bus15A, 748, 714, 40, 15 · 6m · £2 · every ~6 min

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.

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