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Compare train and bus for Southport to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southport to Liverpool 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 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, while a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 16 miles (26 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
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$13 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
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The cheapest way to travel from Southport to Liverpool is a train with an average price of $13.
The fastest way to travel from Southport to Liverpool is by train with an average journey time of 44m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southport and Liverpool including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Southport to Liverpool among Omio's users.
Southport to Liverpool Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 05:09AM | Arrival Time 06:03AM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 05:57AM | Arrival Time 06:54AM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 06:21AM | Arrival Time 07:26AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 07:27AM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 06:47AM | Arrival Time 08:09AM | Duration 1h22 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 06:57AM | Arrival Time 08:11AM | Duration 1h14 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 07:12AM | Arrival Time 08:37AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 07:22AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h28 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 07:36AM | Arrival Time 09:11AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 08:02AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h18 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 08:03AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 08:32AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h18 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 08:43AM | Arrival Time 10:03AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 09:12AM | Arrival Time 10:22AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 10:37AM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 09:46AM | Arrival Time 11:02AM | Duration 1h16 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:07AM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 10:16AM | Arrival Time 11:32AM | Duration 1h16 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 11:37AM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 10:46AM | Arrival Time 12:02PM | Duration 1h16 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 12:07PM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 11:16AM | Arrival Time 12:32PM | Duration 1h16 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:37PM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 01:07PM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 11:51AM | Arrival Time 01:02PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 01:37PM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 12:21PM | Arrival Time 01:32PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 12:51PM | Arrival Time 02:02PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 12:52PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h18 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 01:21PM | Arrival Time 02:32PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 01:22PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h18 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 03:06PM | Duration 1h21 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 01:52PM | Arrival Time 03:16PM | Duration 1h24 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 03:26PM | Duration 1h21 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 03:54PM | Duration 1h29 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 02:54PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h36 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 02:56PM | Arrival Time 04:27PM | Duration 1h31 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 03:28PM | Arrival Time 05:02PM | Duration 1h34 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 03:31PM | Arrival Time 05:01PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 04:01PM | Arrival Time 05:31PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 04:11PM | Arrival Time 05:41PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 04:34PM | Arrival Time 05:56PM | Duration 1h22 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 04:41PM | Arrival Time 06:11PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 05:04PM | Arrival Time 06:22PM | Duration 1h18 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 06:29PM | Duration 1h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 05:33PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 06:09PM | Arrival Time 07:17PM | Duration 1h08 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 06:14PM | Arrival Time 07:19PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire | Departure Time 07:04PM | Arrival Time 08:09PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southport to Liverpool
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Take a bus from Southport to Liverpool and enjoy the approximately 16 miles (26 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 05:43, the last at 22:57.
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.
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Train from $13
Distance 16 miles (26 km) |
First bus 5:43 AM |
Last bus 10:57 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
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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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $13
Complete guide to Liverpool
Things to do in Liverpool
Discover the best of Liverpool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Liverpool trip today.
- Must visit
World Museum
Large free museum covering archaeology, natural history, world cultures, and planetarium shows. Excellent for broad insight into the region.
- Must visit
Museum of Liverpool
Modern museum telling Liverpool’s story from port city to pop culture capital, with social history, transport, and riverfront galleries.
- Must visit
Pier Head
Scenic riverside promenade with Mersey views, public art, and access to major museums. Ideal for a relaxed walk along the waterfront.
- Recommended
Bold Street
Historic commercial street with restored warehouses, boutiques, and nightlife. Great for architecture, independent shops, and city atmosphere.
- Recommended
Ropewalks
Creative district known for independent venues, street art, and converted warehouses. A good area to explore Liverpool’s contemporary culture.
Scouse
A hearty beef and vegetable stew long linked with Liverpool's seafaring history. It is the city's signature comfort food and gave Liverpudlians the nickname 'Scousers'.
Wet Nelly
A baked potato filled with corned beef, a classic Merseyside chip shop and pub snack. It is a simple local favourite tied to everyday working-class food culture.
- Vegetarian
Liverpool Tart
A dense spiced fruit loaf or cake served sliced with butter. Popular across Merseyside, it is a traditional teatime bake with a long local following.
The Art School
Elegant fine dining restaurant by Chef Paul Askew, known for seasonal British tasting menus and polished service in a refined city-centre setting.
Manifest
Stylish modern restaurant in the Baltic Triangle serving small plates and seasonal British cooking in a relaxed but ambitious setting.
The Philharmonic Dining Rooms
Historic dining room in the Philharmonic pub, celebrated for classic British dishes and a grand traditional atmosphere with strong local character.
British pound sterling (£)
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while transit and casual meals are fairly affordable for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes and pubs: no tip expected, small change appreciated.
Merseytravel
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.20
- Day pass
- £5.20
To the city center
Liverpool One -> Liverpool Lime Street Station
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 8 min
- Contactless card payment is widely accepted on buses and at Merseyrail stations. Always check the operator before boarding.
- Save with an Area A Saver day ticket for central Liverpool buses if making several trips in one day.
FAQs: Bus from Southport to Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southport to Liverpool by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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