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

From Blackpool to Southport by bus and train

To get from Blackpool to Southport in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Blackpool North station to Preston station. Next, take the 2 bus from Railway Station (Stand A) station to The Monument (Stop Cf) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 6 min.

126min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - 22
Walk to Southport
Leaves from Blackpool North

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Blackpool North
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Airport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Station (Stand A)
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 22
    Wait for bus
    2
    Southport
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Monument (Stop Cf)
    71 min
  • 7
    Walk to Southport
    Walk to
    Southport
    600 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Blackpool to Southport by bus and train via NORTHERN and X2

To get from Blackpool to Southport in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Blackpool North station to Preston station. Next, take the X2 bus from Railway Station (Stand A) station to Hill Street (Stop Fb) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 2 min.

122min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - X2X2
Walk to Southport
Leaves from Blackpool North

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Blackpool North
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Airport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Station (Stand A)
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - X2X2
    Wait for bus
    X2
    Southport
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hill Street (Stop Fb)
    48 min
  • 7
    Walk to Southport
    Walk to
    Southport
    860 yd • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Blackpool to Southport

The distance between Blackpool, North West and Southport, North West is approximately 38.03 mi, which can typically be travelled in 126 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Blackpool to Southport 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 Blackpool

Blackpool is located at Blackpool, North West and the nearest public transport station is Dickson Road.

Train stations close to Blackpool:

  • Blackpool North

Bus stations close to Blackpool:

  • Dickson Road
  • Abingdon Street
  • Talbot Road

Public transport stations close to Southport, North West

Southport is located at Southport, North West and the nearest public transport station is Yellowhouse Lane.

Bus stations close to Southport:

  • Yellowhouse Lane
  • Sussex Road
  • Ashley Road

Related Routes

Alternative route from Blackpool to Southport by bus and train via NORTHERN and X2

To get from Blackpool to Southport in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Blackpool North station to Preston station. Next, take the X2 bus from Railway Station (Stand A) station to Hill Street (Stop Fb) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 2 min.

122min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - X2X2
Walk to Southport
Leaves from Blackpool North

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Blackpool North
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Airport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Station (Stand A)
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - X2X2
    Wait for bus
    X2
    Southport
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hill Street (Stop Fb)
    48 min
  • 7
    Walk to Southport
    Walk to
    Southport
    860 yd • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 126 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line 2.

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

    The alternative route takes 122 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line X2.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 6 min.

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

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Blackpool North station near Blackpool to Manchester Airport station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Manchester Airport station near Southport in North West

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

    The total travel time between Blackpool and Southport in North West by train and bus is about 2 hr 6 min.

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

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the Blackpool North station near Blackpool in North West.

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

    Get off the train at the Manchester Airport stop, which is closest to Southport in North West.

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