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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 South Parkway station. Next, take the WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY train from Liverpool South Parkway station to Runcorn station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min.

79min
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
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Hunts Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool South Parkway
    59 min
  • 4
    Train - WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAYWEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Birmingham New Street
  • 5
    Ride to train station Runcorn
    Ride to train station
    Runcorn
    7 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 32.28 mi, which can typically be travelled in 79 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.

Bus stations close to Southport:

  • Kensington Road
  • London Street
  • Southport
Public transport stations close to Runcorn, Runcorn

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

Train stations close to Runcorn:

  • Frodsham

Bus stations close to Runcorn:

  • York Street
  • Bonton
  • Holloway
Questions & Answers
  • What is the fastest way to get from Southport to Runcorn?

    The fastest way takes 79 minutes, using Bus line MERSEYRAIL, Bus 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 19 min.

  • Which train line goes from Southport to Runcorn?

    The MERSEYRAIL train line goes from Southport station near Southport in North West to Hunts Cross station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Hunts Cross 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 19 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 Hunts Cross station, which is closest to Runcorn in Runcorn.

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