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How to get from Southport to Blackpool by bus and train?

From Southport to Blackpool by bus and train

To get from Southport to Blackpool in North West, take the X2 bus from Nevill Street (Stop Cb) station to Railway Station station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Preston station to Blackpool North station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 37 min.

97min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X2X2
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Blackpool
Leaves from Nevill Street (Stop Cb)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Nevill Street (Stop Cb)
    610 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - X2X2
    Wait for bus
    X2
    Preston City Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railway Station
    48 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Preston
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackpool North
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Blackpool North
    24 min
  • 7
    Walk to Blackpool
    Walk to
    Blackpool
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Southport to Blackpool

The distance between Southport, North West and Blackpool, North West is approximately 56.82 km, which can typically be travelled in 97 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Southport to Blackpool by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Southport

Southport is located at Southport, North West and the nearest public transport station is Part Street.

Bus stations close to Southport:

  • Part Street
  • Yellowhouse Lane
  • Kensington Road

Public transport stations close to Blackpool, North West

Blackpool is located at Blackpool, North West and the nearest public transport station is North Pier (Blackpool Tramway).

Train stations close to Blackpool:

  • Blackpool North

Bus stations close to Blackpool:

  • Talbot Road
  • North Railway Station
  • Abingdon Street

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Southport to Blackpool?

    The fastest way takes 97 minutes, using Bus line X2, Bus line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct bus between Southport and Blackpool in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 37 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Southport to Blackpool in North West?

    The X2 bus line goes from Nevill Street (Stop Cb) station near Southport to Preston City Centre station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Preston City Centre station near Blackpool in North West

  • How long does it take to travel from Southport to Blackpool in North West by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Southport and Blackpool in North West by bus and train is about 1 hr 37 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Southport to get to Blackpool in North West?

    Get on the X2 bus from the Nevill Street (Stop Cb) stop near Southport in North West.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Southport and Blackpool in North West?

    Get off the bus at the Preston City Centre station, which is closest to Blackpool in North West.

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