Leicester to Southport by train

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Overview: trains from Leicester to Southport

Find the key information for travelling by train from Leicester to Southport, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:11 View journey
Last train 23:30 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 2hr 54m View journey
Distance (km) 169
Trains / day 31 View all
Cheapest journey AU$51.52 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 58m
Train operators 13

Explore Leicester to Southport by train

Thinking about travelling from Leicester to Southport by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Cost of train tickets between Leicester and Southport

The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Southport start at AU$51.52. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Leicester to Southport is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 2 and a half months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Leicester to Southport train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 00:11.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 20:20.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 07:10.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 23:30.

  • 31 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 20 minutes.

Leicester to Southport distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 169 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 2 hours and 54 minutes.

When are tickets between Leicester and Southport available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Leicester and Southport can be purchased 2 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Leicester to Southport

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Leicester and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Southport city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Leicester to Southport

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

The train journey between Leicester and Southport covers 169 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.