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Outbound fromSouthport to St Helens Central by train
It takes an average of 1h 36m to travel from Southport to St Helens Central by train, over a distance of around 17 miles (28 km). There are normally 12 trains per day travelling from Southport to St Helens Central and tickets for this journey start from £13.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:33 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:03 | |
| Departure station | Southport | |
| Arrival station | St Helens Central | |
| Journey time | From 1h 25m | |
| Distance | 17 miles (28 km) | |
| Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £13.70 | |
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Take the train from Southport to St Helens Central in 1 hour 25 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 25 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 12 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 start from £13.70 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than 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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Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Southport to St Helens Central? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Southport to St Helens Central take?
The average journey time by train between Southport and St Helens Central is 1 hour and 36 minutes, with around 12 trains per day. 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 St Helens Central by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Southport to St Helens Central is 1 hour and 25 minutes.
How much does the train from Southport to St Helens Central cost?
Train ticket prices from Southport to St Helens Central can start from as little as £13.70 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Is there a direct train from Southport to St Helens Central?
No, there are no direct train services from Southport to St Helens Central. Travelling from Southport to St Helens Central by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
What time does the first train from Southport to St Helens Central leave?
The first train from Southport to St Helens Central leaves at 05:33. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Southport to St Helens Central leave?
The last train from Southport to St Helens Central leaves at 22:03. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Southport and St Helens Central by train?
Trains travelling from Southport to St Helens Central cover a distance of around 17 miles (28 km) during the journey.
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If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from St Helens Central to Southport.
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