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Southport to Ashford (Surrey) by train

First train

04:52

Last train

04:52

Departure station

Southport

Arrival station

Ashford (Surrey)

Journey time

From 5h 16m

Distance

186 miles (300 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Southern

How to travel from Southport to Ashford (Surrey) by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Southport to Ashford (Surrey)? Look no further.

You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Southport and Ashford (Surrey), which usually take 5 hours 16 minutes to complete the 186 miles (300 km) journey. It can take as little as 5 hours 16 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Ashford (Surrey) by train, you'll just need to make 4 changes along the way. Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway or Merseyrail are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Southport to Ashford (Surrey) if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Ashford (Surrey)? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Southport to Ashford (Surrey)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Southport to Ashford (Surrey) take?

The average journey time by train between Southport and Ashford (Surrey) is 5 hours and 16 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Southport and Ashford (Surrey) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Southport to Ashford (Surrey) is 5 hours and 16 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Southport to Ashford (Surrey)?

No, there are no direct train services from Southport to Ashford (Surrey). Travelling from Southport to Ashford (Surrey) by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.

What time does the first train from Southport to Ashford (Surrey) leave?

The first train from Southport to Ashford (Surrey) leaves at 04:52. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Southport to Ashford (Surrey) leave?

The last train from Southport to Ashford (Surrey) leaves at 04:52. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Southport and Ashford (Surrey) by train?

Trains travelling from Southport to Ashford (Surrey) cover a distance of around 186 miles (300 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Ashford (Surrey) to Southport.

Cheap train tickets from Southport to Ashford (Surrey)

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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