The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Southport
Cheapest price
$109
Average price
$109
Fastest journey
3 h 37 m
Average duration
3 h 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Southport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Southport will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $109.
Of the 2 trains that leave York for Southport on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 3 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 37 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 12 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
York to Southport train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Southport trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:48 AM York | 3h37 | 8:25 AM Southport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:52 AM York | 4h12 | 9:04 AM Southport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets York to Southport by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Southport
Distance 81 miles (131 km) |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 01:31 |
Last train 20:49 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from York to Southport start from as low as $30 (€24) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $96 (€78) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from York to Southport trainsTransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between York and Southport from $30 (€24). 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 York to Southport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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 York to Southport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
- 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
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