Going from York to Southport by train

About to set off from York to Southport by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost for travel between York and Southport

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is £40.00, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

York to Southport departure timetable

On this route, 84 trains run daily, with the first one leaving York at 01:34 and the last leaving at 23:37 during the week.

For weekend travel to Southport, the earliest departure is at 06:19 and the last one is at 23:13. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 8 minutes.

Average train travel time from York to Southport

The quickest time by train is 2 hours and 30 minutes, travelling a total distance of 130 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between York and Southport?

You can start planning and booking your trip between York and Southport 5 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Maximising your travels to Southport

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Southport.

Frequently asked questions

How far is York to Southport by train?

The distance between York and Southport is 130 kilometres.

How much does the train from York to Southport cost?

The lowest fare on this route is £40.00. If booked 30 days in advance, tickets are priced around . When booked 7 days before travel, expect to pay around .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from York to Southport by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 5 months ahead of the travel date.

How long does it take to get from York to Southport?

The quickest journey is 2 hours and 30 minutes.