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Heswall to Southport by train

First train

06:05

Last train

21:41

Departure station

Heswall

Arrival station

Southport

Journey time

From 1h 38m

Distance

22 miles (36 km)

Frequency

19 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Merseyrail, Transport for Wales

Taking the train from Heswall to Southport in 1 hour 38 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Heswall to Southport? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 1 hour 51 minutes to travel the 22 miles (36 km) from Heswall to Southport by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 38 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 19 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Transport for Wales or Merseyrail, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Heswall to Southport in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Southport by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

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

The average journey time by train between Heswall and Southport is 1 hour and 51 minutes, with around 19 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 Heswall and Southport by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Heswall to Southport is 1 hour and 38 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Heswall to Southport?

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

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

The first train from Heswall to Southport leaves at 06:05. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Heswall to Southport leaves at 21:41. 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 Heswall and Southport by train?

Trains travelling from Heswall to Southport cover a distance of around 22 miles (36 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Southport to Heswall.

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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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