What is the cheapest way to get from Southport to Sellafield?

The cheapest way to get from Southport to Sellafield is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southport to Sellafield?

The fastest way to get from Southport to Sellafield is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Southport and Sellafield?

No, there is no direct train from Southport to Sellafield. However, there are services departing from Southport and arriving at Sellafield via Wigan North Western and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Southport to Sellafield?

The distance between Southport and Sellafield is 173 miles. The road distance is 99.2 miles.

How do I travel from Southport to Sellafield without a car?

The best way to get from Southport to Sellafield without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £29 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Southport to Sellafield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southport to Sellafield train from?

Southport to Sellafield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Where does the Southport to Sellafield train arrive?

Southport to Sellafield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Southport to Sellafield?

Yes, the driving distance between Southport to Sellafield is 99 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Southport to Sellafield.

How do I get a train ticket from Southport to Sellafield?

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Where can I stay near Sellafield?

There are 454+ hotels available in Sellafield.

Southport to Sellafield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Southport to Sellafield by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to CarlisleLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to SellafieldCarlisle - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
4h 39m
£30–108
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nevill Street to Bus StationX2 / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Barrow-in-Furness
3. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Sellafield
4h 59m
£18–42
Bus, train via Penrith
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Bus StationX2
2. Take the train from Preston to Penrith North Lakes
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to WorkingtonX4 / ...
5h 54m
£20–52
Drive 98.7 mi
1. Drive from Southport to Sellafield98.7 mi
2h 9m
£25–36

Southport to Sellafield by train

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4h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171.8 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Southport, England and Sellafield, England?

You can take a train from Southport to Sellafield via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Carlisle in around 4h 39m.

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