East Didsbury to Southport by train
| First train | 05:32 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:47 | |
| Departure station | East Didsbury | |
| Arrival station | Southport | |
| Journey time | From 1h 43m | |
| Distance | 36 miles (58 km) | |
| Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Taking the train from East Didsbury to Southport in 1 hour 43 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from East Didsbury to Southport? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours to travel the 36 miles (58 km) from East Didsbury to Southport by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 43 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 18 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express or Merseyrail to Southport. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from East Didsbury to Southport in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Southport by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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