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Hednesford to Southport by train

First train

06:33

Last train

20:30

Departure station

Hednesford

Arrival station

Southport

Journey time

From 2h 42m

Distance

77 miles (124 km)

Frequency

7 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Merseyrail

Travelling from Hednesford to Southport by train

Looking to travel from Hednesford to Southport by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 3 hours 24 minutes to travel from Hednesford to Southport by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 42 minutes though. You'll usually find 7 trains per day running along the 77 miles (124 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Southport, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. Merseyrail are the main train operator on this route and will whisk you to Southport in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Hednesford to Southport in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Hednesford to Southport? 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 Hednesford to Southport take?

The average journey time by train between Hednesford and Southport is 3 hours and 24 minutes, with around 7 trains 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 Hednesford and Southport by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Hednesford to Southport is 2 hours and 42 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Hednesford to Southport?

No, there are no direct train services from Hednesford to Southport. Travelling from Hednesford to Southport by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Hednesford to Southport leave?

The first train from Hednesford to Southport leaves at 06:33. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Hednesford to Southport leave?

The last train from Hednesford to Southport leaves at 20:30. 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 Hednesford and Southport by train?

Trains travelling from Hednesford to Southport cover a distance of around 77 miles (124 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Hednesford to Southport

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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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