Edinburgh to Liverpool Train
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Edinburgh to Liverpool by train
The journey from Edinburgh to Liverpool by train is 176.01 mi and takes 4 hrs 15 mins. There are 29 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:29 and the last at 20:12. It is possible to travel from Edinburgh to Liverpool by train for as little as £23.02 or as much as £137.57. The best price for this journey is £23.02.
| Lowest Price | £23.02 |
| Journey Duration | 4 hrs 15 mins |
| Connection per Day | London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail 29 |
| Lowest Price | London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail £23.02 |
| Highest Price | London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail £137.57 |
| First Departure | London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail 05:29 |
| Last Departure | London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail 20:12 |
| Distance | London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail 176.01 mi |
| Departure | London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail Edinburgh |
| Arrival | London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail Liverpool |
| Carriers | London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail |
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Find the best day to travel to Liverpool by train
When travelling to Liverpool by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail and East Midlands Railway from Edinburgh to Liverpool
Compare services on board when travelling from Edinburgh to Liverpool by train.
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Edinburgh to Liverpool CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
19.83kg
Bus
21.24kg
Flight
56.65kg
Car
45.32kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Edinburgh to Liverpool by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Edinburgh and Liverpool are 19.83kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Edinburgh and Liverpool? By taking the train between Edinburgh and Liverpool you will save 36.82kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.41kg compared to a bus and 25.49kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Edinburgh to Liverpool?
A train ticket from Edinburgh to Liverpool is £65.64. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £23.02.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Edinburgh to Liverpool?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Edinburgh to Liverpool is £23.02. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Edinburgh and Liverpool by train?
Edinburgh to Liverpool is 176.01 mi.
How long does the train between Edinburgh and Liverpool take?
Edinburgh to Liverpool is on average 4 hrs 15 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 28 mins.
Which companies operate from Edinburgh to Liverpool?
The train journey from Edinburgh to Liverpool is covered by 7 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
How many train connections per day go from Edinburgh to Liverpool?
Edinburgh to Liverpool has 29 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Edinburgh to Liverpool leave?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Liverpool departs at 05:29. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Edinburgh to Liverpool depart?
The latest train from Edinburgh to Liverpool departs at 20:12. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Edinburgh to Liverpool in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £23.02 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Edinburgh to Liverpool?
There are on average 1 direct connection(s) from Edinburgh to go to Liverpool.
What's the fastest journey time between Edinburgh to Liverpool by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Edinburgh and Liverpool is 3 hrs 28 mins.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Liverpool?
Yes, there is a direct train between Edinburgh and Liverpool.
What are the CO2 emissions for Edinburgh to Liverpool by train?
The train journey from Edinburgh to Liverpool creates 19.83kg of CO2 emissions.