Travel from Southport to Gatley by train in 1 hour 36 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Southport to Gatley by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Southport to Gatley by train is 2 hours 33 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour 36 minutes. You'll usually find 26 trains per day travelling the 36 miles (58 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Gatley. You'll be travelling with East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express or Merseyrail on your way to Gatley, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Southport to Gatley.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Gatley, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
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Cheap train tickets from Southport to Gatley
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Southport to Gatley is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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