Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Southport travel guide

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You're Going to Love Southport

With a population of 1,585, Southport is a must-see destination in Connecticut, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Southport to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Southport

If you’re looking for affordable options, Artisan (275 Old Post Road) and Blackstones Grille (2600 Post Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Southport

Southport in November
Estimated hotel price
$256
1 night at 3-star hotel
Southport in November
Estimated hotel price
$256
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Southport

Plane

Although Southport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to White Plains Westchester County (HPN), which is located 36 km from Southport. White Plains Westchester County is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Frontier and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Southport departs from Pittsburgh and takes around 1h 21m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Southport, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Southport to Philadelphia takes 0h 57m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $17 for a 2h 16m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Southport is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 73 km from Southport. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Southport, including OurBus, CoachRun and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Southport takes 129 km and will cost you around $33. From New London, the ticket costs about $58 for a journey of 274 km.

Plane

Although Southport doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to White Plains Westchester County (HPN), which is located 36 km from Southport. White Plains Westchester County is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Frontier and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Southport departs from Pittsburgh and takes around 1h 21m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Southport, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Southport to Philadelphia takes 0h 57m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $17 for a 2h 16m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Southport is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 73 km from Southport. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Southport, including OurBus, CoachRun and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Andalusia, the bus ride to Southport takes 129 km and will cost you around $33. From New London, the ticket costs about $58 for a journey of 274 km.

Airports near Southport

HPNWhite Plains Westchester County
ISPIslip Long Island

Airlines serving Southport

Lufthansa
Good (7,054 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,337 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,851 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,937 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,589 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,703 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,448 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,700 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,221 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,567 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,264 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,070 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,983 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,855 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,205 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Southport

Most booked hotels in Southport

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Delamar Southport
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 114 reviews)
$448+
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Dune Fairfield Beach
0 stars
Excellent (8.6, 378 reviews)
$280+
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The Inn at Longshore
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 203 reviews)
$190+
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Circle Hotel Fairfield
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1308 reviews)
$146+
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Best Western Plus Fairfield Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8, 490 reviews)
$166+
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Hotel Hi-Ho
3 stars
Good (7.4, 743 reviews)
$134+
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Renting a car in Southport

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Southport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Southport (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

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