The cheapest and fastest trains from Southport to Wilmslow
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southport to Wilmslow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southport to Wilmslow will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Of the 1 trains that leave Southport for Wilmslow 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 62 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 14 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.


Live departures
Southport to Wilmslow train times
The table below shows live departures for Southport to Wilmslow trains for tomorrow, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:55 Southport | 3h14 | 08:09 Wilmslow | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southport to Wilmslow
Trains from Southport to Wilmslow run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 62 km |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 05:44 |
Last train 21:26 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Southport to Wilmslow trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Southport and Wilmslow from £13. 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 Wilmslow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southport to Wilmslow 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 Wilmslow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southport and Wilmslow
- 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 05:27 - 00:32 Sunday 07:47 - 00:32 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: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 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: Liverpool Road, Birkdale, Southport
- 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 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station only has tactile paving on platforms 1, 3 and 4 only - Access to Manchester and Crewe platforms by means of subway from booking hall and ramp to each platform. Access to Manchester Airport platform from rear car park via ramp. Use help point button to call assistance to unlock the gate onto the platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up & set down in the Short Stay Car Park
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