Southport Train Station
The first Southport station was built at the Chapel Street site in 1851, welcoming passengers from Manchester to the growing seaside resort on the Irish Sea coast. By the turn of the 20th century, the lines from Liverpool, Preston and Manchester all terminated at the station after several others across the town were amalgamated into one. At its largest, the station had eleven regular platforms and two excursion platforms and, though the Preston line closed in the 1960s and there are now six platforms, the station still welcomes over three million visitors every year.
Just a ten-minute walk from Southport station is the end of the pier with its incredible views along the beaches and dunes of the Sefton coastline. And right outside the station, there's plenty to do, too. Chapel Street is in the heart of one of the town's main shopping areas with wide, tree-lined boulevards and arcades to explore.
Station details & facilities
Ticket office
Luggage
Facilities
Toilets
WiFi
Staffing and customer service
Parking
Bicycle Facilities
Accessibility
First Class Lounge
Trains to Southport station
Southport train station is mainly served by Northern and Merseyrail trains.
Merseyrail services connect Liverpool Central to Southport in 59m, while Northern trains run from Stalybridge to Southport in 1h 40m and from Alderley Edge to Southport in 1h 42m.
Need more information on how to get to Southport by train? Check out our dedicated page to trains to Southport.
Southport train station departures and arrivals
Want to know when your next train from/to Southport station departs? Scroll down this page and click on the ‘Departures’ tab if you want to check all trains departing from Southport railway station or click on the ‘Arrivals’ tab for more information about all services arriving into Southport.
Southport train station has six platforms. The main entrance to the station is through a parade of shops from the pedestrianised Chapel Street. All platforms can be accessed step-free from the concourse.
Southport train station parking
The car park right next to the station is for taxis and staff only, but there is an NCP car park further along London Street. Storage space for 162 bikes is available in the staff car park.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Southport station open?
Southport station is open every day that services are running to and from the station. The station usually opens just before the first train of the day leaves and then closes after the last train departs. Ticket office opening hours may vary.
Are trains running today from Southport station?
Trains arrive into and depart from Southport station almost every day, although there may be fewer services during the weekends and bank holidays. Check our live train times for up-to-date information on trains running to and from Southport.
Are there toilets at Southport station?
Yes, there are toilets available to use at Southport station.
Are dogs allowed at Southport station?
Yes, dogs are allowed at Southport station, but they should be kept on a lead or in a pet carrier at all times.
Departures and arrivals from Southport
Departures
Arrivals
| Departing to | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Liverpool Central | Merseyrail | 13:36 | 2 | On time |
| to Liverpool Central | Merseyrail | 13:51 | 1 | On time |
| to Manchester Oxford Road | Northern | 14:03 | 4 | On time |
| to Liverpool Central | Merseyrail | 14:06 | 2 | On time |
| to Liverpool Central | Merseyrail | 14:21 | 1 | On time |
| Arriving from | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Stalybridge | Northern | 13:33 | 4 | Late |
| from Liverpool Central | Merseyrail | 13:34 | 1 | On time |
| from Manchester Oxford Road | Northern | 13:43 | 5 | On time |
| from Liverpool Central | Merseyrail | 13:52 | 2 | Late |
| from Liverpool Central | Merseyrail | 14:07 | 1 | Late |