The average train between Exeter and Southport takes 5h 59m and the fastest train takes 5h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Southport. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Exeter and Southport. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Southport at 9:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Southport? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Southport. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Southport station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.
Exeter to Southport train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Southport train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Southport station.
Book your Exeter to Southport train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and Merseyrail.
The distance between Exeter and Southport is 326.8 km. The road distance is 436 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Southport via Birmingham New Street and Liverpool South Parkway in around 5h 37m.