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How to get from Chester to Southport by train?

From Chester to Southport by train

To get from Chester to Southport in North West, take the MERSEYRAIL train from Chester station to Moorfields station. Next, take the MERSEYRAIL train from Moorfields station to Southport station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 51 min.

111min
Walk to train station
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Walk to Southport
Leaves from Chester
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chester
    470 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Chester
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Moorfields
    39 min
  • 4
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Southport
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southport
    44 min
  • 6
    Walk to Southport
    Walk to
    Southport
    290 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Chester to Southport by train via TRANSPORT FOR WALES, AVANTI WEST COAST and NORTHERN

To get from Chester to Southport in North West, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from Chester station to Warrington Bank Quay station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the AVANTI WEST COAST train and finally take the NORTHERN train from Wigan Wallgate station to Southport station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 50 min.

110min
Walk to train station
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Southport
Leaves from Chester
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chester
    470 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALESTRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Wait for train
    TRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Manchester Airport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Warrington Bank Quay
    28 min
  • 4
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    Edinburgh
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wigan North Western
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wigan Wallgate
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Southport
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southport
    39 min
  • 9
    Walk to Southport
    Walk to
    Southport
    290 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Chester to Southport
The distance between Chester, North West and Southport, North West is approximately 37.51 mi, which can typically be travelled in 111 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chester to Southport 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 Chester

Chester is located at Chester, North West and the nearest public transport station is Hoole Way (Stop Q).

Bus stations close to Chester:

  • Hoole Way (Stop Q)
  • Railway Station
  • Delamere Street (Stop 2)
Public transport stations close to Southport, North West

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

Bus stations close to Southport:

  • Kensington Road
  • London Street
  • Southport Station (Stop Hb)

Alternative route from Chester to Southport by train via TRANSPORT FOR WALES, AVANTI WEST COAST and NORTHERN

To get from Chester to Southport in North West, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the TRANSPORT FOR WALES train from Chester station to Warrington Bank Quay station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the AVANTI WEST COAST train and finally take the NORTHERN train from Wigan Wallgate station to Southport station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 50 min.

110min
Walk to train station
Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALES
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Southport
Leaves from Chester
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chester
    470 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPORT FOR WALESTRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Wait for train
    TRANSPORT FOR WALES
    Manchester Airport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Warrington Bank Quay
    28 min
  • 4
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    Edinburgh
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wigan North Western
    10 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wigan Wallgate
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Southport
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southport
    39 min
  • 9
    Walk to Southport
    Walk to
    Southport
    290 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers
  • What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Southport?

    The fastest way takes 111 minutes, using Bus line MERSEYRAIL, Bus line MERSEYRAIL.

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

    The alternative route takes 110 minutes, using Bus line TRANSPORT FOR WALES, Bus line AVANTI WEST COAST, Bus line NORTHERN.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 51 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Chester and Southport in North West by train is about 1 hr 51 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the train at the Chester station, which is closest to Southport in North West.

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