The cheapest and fastest trains from Southport to Ormskirk
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
1 h 13 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southport to Ormskirk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southport to Ormskirk will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Southport for Ormskirk every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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.
23:081h13Southport0:21Ormskirk£71One-way0 changes
23:081h13Southport0:21Ormskirk£71One-way0 changes
Live departures
Southport to Ormskirk train times
The table below shows live departures for Southport to Ormskirk trains for today, Friday 12 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:06 Southport | 1h24 | 23:30 Ormskirk | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southport to Ormskirk
Trains from Southport to Ormskirk run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 5:49 |
Last train 23:10 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Mersey Rail from Southport to Ormskirk trainsMersey Rail trains will get you between Southport and Ormskirk from £6. 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 Ormskirk train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southport to Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southport and Ormskirk
- 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.
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: in staff car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Car Park London Street, Southport
- 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.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: adjacent to booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses stop on Shore Road, Ainsdale
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:35 - 00:27 Sunday 08:05 - 00:27 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 and platforms are step free, however car park has uneven ramp access.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: in car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on the station approach
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: "This station has step-free access to all platforms"
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Town Green Lane, Aughton, Ormskirk
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