How to get from Southport to Runcorn by train?

From Southport to Runcorn by train

To get from Southport to Runcorn in North West, take the MERSEYRAIL train from Southport station to Liverpool Central station. Next, take the WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY train from Liverpool Lime Street station to Runcorn station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 31 min.

91min
Walk to train station
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Train - WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
Walk to Runcorn
Leaves from Southport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southport
    270 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Liverpool Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Central
    50 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Liverpool Lime Street
    300 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAYWEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Birmingham New Street
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Runcorn
    17 min
  • 7
    Walk to Runcorn
    Walk to
    Runcorn
    510 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Southport to Runcorn by train via MERSEYRAIL and AVANTI WEST COAST

To get from Southport to Runcorn in North West, take the MERSEYRAIL train from Southport station to Liverpool Central station. Next, take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Liverpool Lime Street station to Runcorn station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 42 min.

102min
Walk to train station
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Walk to Runcorn
Leaves from Southport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southport
    270 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Liverpool Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Central
    50 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Liverpool Lime Street
    300 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    London Euston
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Runcorn
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to Runcorn
    Walk to
    Runcorn
    510 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Southport to Runcorn

The distance between Southport, North West and Runcorn, North West is approximately 53.2 km, which can typically be travelled in 91 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Southport to Runcorn by 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 London Street.

Train stations close to Southport:

  • Southport
  • Birkdale
  • Medols Cop

Bus stations close to Southport:

  • London Street
  • Kensington Road
  • Eastbank Street

Public transport stations close to Runcorn, North West

Runcorn is located at Runcorn, North West and the nearest public transport station is Runcorn High Street Bus Station.

Train stations close to Runcorn:

  • Runcorn East

Bus stations close to Runcorn:

  • Runcorn High Street Bus Station
  • Runcorn High Street- Stand A
  • Bridge Street

Related Routes

Alternative route from Southport to Runcorn by train via MERSEYRAIL and AVANTI WEST COAST

To get from Southport to Runcorn in North West, take the MERSEYRAIL train from Southport station to Liverpool Central station. Next, take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Liverpool Lime Street station to Runcorn station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 42 min.

102min
Walk to train station
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Walk to Runcorn
Leaves from Southport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southport
    270 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Liverpool Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Central
    50 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Liverpool Lime Street
    300 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    London Euston
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Runcorn
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to Runcorn
    Walk to
    Runcorn
    510 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 91 minutes, using Train line MERSEYRAIL, Train line WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Southport to Runcorn?

    The alternative route takes 102 minutes, using Train line MERSEYRAIL, Train line AVANTI WEST COAST.

  • Is there a direct train between Southport and Runcorn in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 31 min.

  • Which train line goes from Southport to Runcorn in North West?

    The MERSEYRAIL train line goes from Southport station near Southport to Liverpool Central station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Liverpool Central station near Runcorn in North West

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

    The total travel time between Southport and Runcorn in North West by train is about 1 hr 31 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Southport to get to Runcorn in North West?

    Get on the MERSEYRAIL train from the Southport station near Southport in North West.

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

    Get off the train at the Liverpool Central station, which is closest to Runcorn in North West.

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