Trains from Southport to Preston

  • Lowest price from £20.40
  • Average duration 46 min
  • Connections per day 24
  • Distance 23 km
  • CO₂ per person 0 kg

train from Southport to Preston

The journey from Southport to Preston is about 23 km. On average a train trip takes 46 min with 24 connections per day.

Lowest price £20.40
Trip duration 46 min
Connections per day 24
Lowest price £20.40
Highest price £20.40
First departure 08:05 AM
Last departure 11:10 PM
Distance 23 km
Departure Southport
Arrival Preston
Travel operator Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast
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How much will I pay for train tickets from Southport to Preston?

Prices will vary when you travel from Southport to Preston. On average, though, you'll pay about £20.40 for a train ticket. You can find train tickets for prices as low as £20.40, but it may require some flexibility with your travel plans. If you're looking for a low price, you may need to prepare to spend more time in transit. You can also often find cheaper train tickets at particular times of day, or on certain days of the week. Of course, ticket prices often change during the year, too; expect to pay more in peak season. For the lowest prices, it's usually best to make your reservation in advance. Be careful, though, as many providers do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest train tickets.
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The prices for train tickets from Southport to Preston vary depending on a range of factors including how far in advance you're booking, your travel dates, and the type of transport you want to use. On certain routes, there may be different classes available, which will also affect the price. The average train ticket price is approximately £20.40. For the lowest prices, it is usually best to book as far in advance as possible and look out for low-cost options, such as non-refundable tickets or traveling outside of peak hours. Be aware that some providers do not offer refunds or changes on their lower priced tickets, so it is advised to check before completing your transaction.

How long is the journey from Southport to Preston by train?

The journey between Southport and Preston by train is approximately 23 km. It will take you more or less 46 min to complete this journey. This average figure does not take into account any delays that might arise on your route in exceptional circumstances. If you are planning to make a connection or operating on a tight schedule, give yourself plenty of time. The journey between Southport and Preston runs for about 23 km and usually takes approximately 46 min. However, this figure is an average and will vary according to a number of factors. Depending on the method of transport that you choose, you might be able to arrive in less time. The shortest time in which you can complete this journey is 38 min. If you are trying to get from Southport to Preston as quickly as possible, look for express routes or non-stopping services. Direct routes are not always the fastest way to travel. At times, you may even find a quicker route that involves a connection in another city.

At what time of the day can I travel from Southport to Preston?

If you prefer to travel early, you will usually find the first departure from Southport to Preston leaving at 08:05 AM. Although things may change depending on the day, in general the last daily departure leaves at 11:10 PM.If you have some flexibility over the day on which you travel, you might find more options available to you. For example, some providers may only run early morning routes on weekdays, when people are traveling to work. You will often find fewer options available on weekends or public holidays. If you prefer to travel at night, you will usually find the first departure from Southport to Preston leaving at 08:05 AM. Although things may change depending on the day, in general the last departure of the night leaves at 11:10 PM.If you have some flexibility over the day on which you travel, you might find more options available to you. For example, some providers may only run early morning routes on weekdays, when people are traveling to work. You will often find fewer options available on weekends or public holidays.

Which stations are used when traveling from Southport to Preston?

You will be able to leave Southport by using stations such as . These connect you to stations including in Preston. Check carefully before making a booking. Some or all of these stations will appear on the route, depending on the transport provider you use for your trip. Check carefully to see which route your chosen transport provider follows, to see if it passes through a station that is convenient for your needs. It may be necessary to make a short journey between stations either in Southport or in Preston, for your convenience while traveling.

How many daily journeys are there from Southport to Preston?

The route from Southport to Preston is served by providers including . From this list of transport providers, there are up to departures each day. However, this exact number will vary. On average, journeys depart from Southport 24 times per day. This number includes all the transport providers that serve the route. When traveling from Southport to Preston, you may choose to use an indirect route, involving connections. If you prefer not to do this, you will find an average of 0 direct journeys each day. However, indirect routes open up more possibilities for flexible travelers. On average, there are 24 journeys with one change or more each day. These numbers are all averages. They can slightly vary depending on the day of the week, the season of the year, local festivals, and other factors. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from Southport to Preston. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.

Northern Rail1.61 kg CO₂
07:26SOUTHPORT/ ANERLEY
51 min
08:50Preston (lancs)
BGN 50.39 ≈ £22
1 changes
Northern Rail1.61 kg CO₂
09:26SOUTHPORT/ ANERLEY
52 min
10:39Preston (lancs)
BGN 50.39 ≈ £22
1 changes
Northern Rail1.61 kg CO₂
12:32SOUTHPORT/ ANERLEY
46 min
13:39Preston (lancs)
BGN 50.39 ≈ £22
1 changes

Carriers on this route

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Northern is a train operating company that provides passenger services across the north of England. Northern is owned by Northern Trains Ltd, a division of "DOHL," the public sector holding company for the Department of Transportation. It is owned by Arriva UK Trains and operates over 2,500 services every weekday, serving cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, and Newcastle.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 1.61kg
bus 1.73kg
flight 4.6kg
carpool 3.68kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from Southport to Preston?

The train journey between Southport and Preston emits 1.61kg of CO₂.

How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between Southport and Preston?

Taking the train between Southport and Preston saves 2.99kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 0.12kg compared to the bus and 2.07kg compared to the car.

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