Southport to St Helens Central by train
| First train | 05:51 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:06 | |
| Departure station | Southport | |
| Arrival station | St Helens Central | |
| Journey time | From 1h 22m | |
| Distance | 17 miles (28 km) | |
| Frequency | 13 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Take the train from Southport to St Helens Central in 1 hour 22 minutes
If you want to travel from Southport to St Helens Central by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Southport to St Helens Central by train to take around 1 hour 36 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 22 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 13 trains per day running on this route, which spans 17 miles (28 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to St Helens Central. You can travel on this route with either TransPennine Express or Merseyrail trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.
Train tickets from Southport to St Helens Central are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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