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Compare train and bus for Southport to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southport to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €19 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 €19, while a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 14 miles (23 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€19 Average price Cheapest | €6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Tickets start at around €19 compared to roughly €6 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -€13. The journey takes 44m versus 36m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Southport to Preston
How to get from Southport to Preston by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Southport to Preston is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- P28793+
W3391210:30 AM 1h09 Southport station (SOP) 11:39 AM Preston station (PRE) €28 1 One-way 1 transfer
Cheapest
- P28793+W33912
10:30 AM 1h09 Southport station (SOP) 11:39 AM Preston station (PRE) €28 1 One-way 1 transfer
Fastest
- P28793+W33912
10:30 AM 1h09 Southport station (SOP) 11:39 AM Preston station (PRE) €28 1 One-way 1 transfer
Other options
- P28787+W34177
8:30 AM 1h09 Southport station (SOP) 9:39 AM Preston station (PRE) €28 1 One-way 1 transfer - P24171 · P23878
10:03 AM 1h14 Southport station (SOP) 11:17 AM Preston station (PRE) €28 1 One-way 1 transfer - P24167 · P23874
9:03 AM 1h14 Southport station (SOP) 10:17 AM Preston station (PRE) €28 1 One-way 1 transfer
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- Around 5 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Southport and Preston as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Southport station (SOP) and arrive in Preston station (PRE).
- Travel with Northern Rail to go to Preston by train.
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