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Southport to Elstree & Borehamwood by train

First train

16:33

Last train

21:05

Departure station

Southport

Arrival station

Elstree & Borehamwood

Journey time

From 5h 13m

Distance

179 miles (288 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, Merseyrail

Travelling from Southport to Elstree & Borehamwood by train

Looking to travel from Southport to Elstree & Borehamwood by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 10 hours 25 minutes to travel from Southport to Elstree & Borehamwood by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 13 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 179 miles (288 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Elstree & Borehamwood, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to get to Elstree & Borehamwood. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Southport to Elstree & Borehamwood in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

FAQs about the train journey from Southport to Elstree & Borehamwood

Want to know more about your journey from Southport to Elstree & Borehamwood? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Southport to Elstree & Borehamwood?

You can get from Southport to Elstree & Borehamwood by train in 10 hours and 25 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 5 hours and 13 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Southport to Elstree & Borehamwood take?

The average journey time by train between Southport and Elstree & Borehamwood is 10 hours and 25 minutes, with around 1 train per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Southport and Elstree & Borehamwood by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Southport to Elstree & Borehamwood is 5 hours and 13 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Southport to Elstree & Borehamwood?

No, there are no direct train services from Southport to Elstree & Borehamwood. Travelling from Southport to Elstree & Borehamwood by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

Cheap train tickets from Southport to Elstree & Borehamwood

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Southport to Elstree & Borehamwood is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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