How to get from Southport to Runcorn by train?

From Southport to Runcorn by train

To get from Southport to Runcorn in Runcorn, 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 26 min.

86min
Walk to train station
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
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
    46 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 Runcorn
    Ride to train station
    Runcorn
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Southport to Runcorn by train via MERSEYRAIL and WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY

To get from Southport to Runcorn in Runcorn, 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
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
    46 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 Runcorn
    Ride to train station
    Runcorn
    19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Southport to Runcorn

The distance between Southport, Runcorn and Runcorn, Runcorn is approximately 52.16 km, which can typically be travelled in 86 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Southport to Runcorn by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Runcorn – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Southport

Southport is located at Southport, Runcorn and the nearest public transport station is Kensington Road.

Train stations close to Southport:

  • Medols Cop
  • Southport
  • Birkdale

Bus stations close to Southport:

  • Kensington Road
  • London Street
  • Southport Station

Public transport stations close to Runcorn, Runcorn

Runcorn is located at Runcorn, Runcorn and the nearest public transport station is Runcorn Station.

Train stations close to Runcorn:

  • Frodsham

Bus stations close to Runcorn:

  • Runcorn Station
  • Station Road
  • Holloway

Related Routes

Alternative route from Southport to Runcorn by train via MERSEYRAIL and WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY

To get from Southport to Runcorn in Runcorn, 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
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
    46 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 Runcorn
    Ride to train station
    Runcorn
    19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 86 minutes, using Train line MERSEYRAIL, Train line AVANTI WEST COAST.

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

    The alternative route takes 91 minutes, using Train line MERSEYRAIL, Train line WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY.

  • Is there a direct train between Southport and Runcorn?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 26 min.

  • Which train line goes from Southport to Runcorn?

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

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

    The total travel time between Southport in North West and Runcorn in Runcorn by train is about 1 hr 26 min.

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

    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?

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

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