Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Southport travel guide

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You're Going to Love Southport

With a population of 93,044, Southport is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Southport has to offer.

When to visit Southport

Southport in April
Estimated hotel price
S$ 100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Southport in April
Estimated hotel price
S$ 100
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Southport

Plane

When flying to Southport, you’ll arrive at Blackpool (BLK), which is located 14 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Southport from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 17h 45m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Southport, followed by Cross Country. The train journey from Southport to Bristol takes 2h 59m and costs around S$ 39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about S$ 62 for a 3h 10m trip. Located 3.1 km from the city centre, Southport Hillside, Merseyside is the busiest station in Southport. Another popular train station is Southport Birkdale, located 1.7 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Southport is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 308 km from Southport. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Avis, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Southport using National Express or FlixBus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Southport takes 113 km and will cost you around S$ 15. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about S$ 15 for a journey of 137 km.

Plane

When flying to Southport, you’ll arrive at Blackpool (BLK), which is located 14 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Southport from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 17h 45m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Southport, followed by Cross Country. The train journey from Southport to Bristol takes 2h 59m and costs around S$ 39 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about S$ 62 for a 3h 10m trip. Located 3.1 km from the city centre, Southport Hillside, Merseyside is the busiest station in Southport. Another popular train station is Southport Birkdale, located 1.7 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Southport is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 308 km from Southport. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Avis, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Southport using National Express or FlixBus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Southport takes 113 km and will cost you around S$ 15. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about S$ 15 for a journey of 137 km.

Airports near Southport

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Southport

KLM
Good (1,442 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,738 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,689 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,088 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,200 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,855 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,094 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,191 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,720 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,484 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,646 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,660 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,374 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,140 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,353 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,434 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Southport

Most booked hotels in Southport

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The Vincent Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 115+
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Ruskin Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
S$ 122+
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The Bold Hotel, BW Signature Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
S$ 94+
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Travelodge Southport
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 55+
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Prince Of Wales Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
S$ 78+
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Lyndene Hotel
2 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
S$ 45+
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Hiring a car in Southport

Expect to pay S$ 2.30 per litre in Southport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 27.58 and S$ 36.77. The most frequently booked car type in Southport is Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Volkswagen up! or similar) is, on average, 71% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 2.30 per litre in Southport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 27.58 and S$ 36.77. The most frequently booked car type in Southport is Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Volkswagen up! or similar) is, on average, 71% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.