4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Southport
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$127
Fastest journey
3 h 32 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Southport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Southport will cost around $127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
It's difficult to get from Nottingham to Southport without transferring at least 2 times.
6:45 PM3h58Nottingham10:43 PMSouthport$591One-way2 transfers- 5:53 AM3h32Nottingham9:25 AMSouthport$1321One-way2 transfers
- 6:49 AM3h41Nottingham10:30 AMSouthport$1321One-way2 transfers
- 7:51 AM3h34Nottingham11:25 AMSouthport$1321One-way2 transfers
- 8:53 AM3h37Nottingham12:30 PMSouthport$1321One-way2 transfers
- 5:53 AM3h32Nottingham9:25 AMSouthport$1321One-way2 transfers
- 9:53 AM3h32Nottingham1:25 PMSouthport$1321One-way2 transfers
- 11:53 AM3h32Nottingham3:25 PMSouthport$1321One-way2 transfers
- 3:53 PM3h32Nottingham7:25 PMSouthport$1321One-way2 transfers
- 7:51 AM3h34Nottingham11:25 AMSouthport$1321One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Nottingham to Southport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Southport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $39.
Distance: 90 miles (145 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$70 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Southport:
A bus is $47 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Southport costing on average $70 (€57).
Other travel options to Southport take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 25m.
Tickets start at around $70 (€57) compared to roughly $39 (€32) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-31.35 (€-25.66). The journey takes 3h 9m versus 2h 34m 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
Nottingham to Southport train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Southport trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:53 AM Nottingham | 3h32 | 9:25 AM Southport | 2 transfers | |
| 6:49 AM Nottingham | 3h41 | 10:30 AM Southport | 2 transfers | |
| 7:51 AM Nottingham | 3h34 | 11:25 AM Southport | 2 transfers | |
| 8:53 AM Nottingham | 3h37 | 12:30 PM Southport | 2 transfers | |
| 9:53 AM Nottingham | 3h32 | 1:25 PM Southport | 2 transfers | |
| 10:53 AM Nottingham | 3h37 | 2:30 PM Southport | 2 transfers | |
| 11:53 AM Nottingham | 3h32 | 3:25 PM Southport | 2 transfers | |
| 12:53 PM Nottingham | 3h37 | 4:30 PM Southport | 2 transfers | |
| 1:53 PM Nottingham | 3h34 | 5:27 PM Southport | 2 transfers | |
| 2:53 PM Nottingham | 3h37 | 6:30 PM Southport | 2 transfers | |
| 3:53 PM Nottingham | 3h32 | 7:25 PM Southport | 2 transfers | |
| 4:53 PM Nottingham | 3h37 | 8:30 PM Southport | 2 transfers | |
| 5:53 PM Nottingham | 3h54 | 9:47 PM Southport | 2 transfers | |
| 6:45 PM Nottingham | 3h58 | 10:43 PM Southport | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Southport
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Trains from Nottingham to Southport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) but you can travel from only $20 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 90 miles (145 km) distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 90 miles (145 km) |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 9:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to Southport trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Southport from $20 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Nottingham to Southport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Southport 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 Southport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nottingham to Southport
Most Nottingham to Southport trains use the Nottingham to Southport station pair, with some services arriving at Hillside. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Southport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Southport leave from?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Southport station do trains from Nottingham arrive at?
Getting to Southport from Southport city centre
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.
Getting to Hillside from Southport city centre
Hillside is 3 km from Southport city centre. Public transport options include:
Hillside train station facilities and services
Hillside has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hillside.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hillside. 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 Hillside: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hillside: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hillside: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C: “This station does not have step-free access to any platform.” The nearest station with disabled access is Ainsdale, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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