Liverpool to London Train
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Liverpool to London by train
The journey from Liverpool to London by train is 178.93 mi and takes 3 hrs 16 mins. There are 18 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:25 and the last at 20:51. It is possible to travel from Liverpool to London by train for as little as £13.66 or as much as £161.78. The best price for this journey is £13.66.
| Lowest Price | £13.66 |
| Journey Duration | 3 hrs 16 mins |
| Connection per Day | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast 18 |
| Lowest Price | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast £13.66 |
| Highest Price | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast £161.78 |
| First Departure | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast 05:25 |
| Last Departure | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast 20:51 |
| Distance | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast 178.93 mi |
| Departure | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast Liverpool |
| Arrival | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast London |
| Carriers | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast |
Price as departure date approaches
Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £6.98 to £56.05 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 88% on your trip!
Best time to book cheap train tickets from Liverpool to London
The cheapest Liverpool - London train tickets can be found for as low as £18.84 if you’re lucky, or £27.58 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £38.41.
Find the best day to travel to London by train
When travelling to London 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 Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway and West Midlands Railway from Liverpool to London
Compare services on board when travelling from Liverpool to London by train.
| Facilities | Northern Rail | East Midlands Railway | West Midlands Railway | Transport for Wales | Avanti West Coast |
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Liverpool to London CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
20.16kg
Bus
21.6kg
Flight
57.59kg
Car
46.07kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Liverpool to London by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Liverpool and London are 20.16kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Liverpool and London? By taking the train between Liverpool and London you will save 37.43kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.44kg compared to a bus and 25.91kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Liverpool to London?
A train ticket from Liverpool to London is £52.99. 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 £13.66.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Liverpool to London?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Liverpool to London is £13.66. 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 Liverpool and London by train?
Liverpool to London is 178.93 mi.
How long does the train between Liverpool and London take?
Liverpool to London is on average 3 hrs 16 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 13 mins.
Which companies operate from Liverpool to London?
The train journey from Liverpool to London is covered by 6 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast.
How many train connections per day go from Liverpool to London?
Liverpool to London has 18 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Liverpool to London leave?
The earliest train from Liverpool to London departs at 05:25. 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 Liverpool to London depart?
The latest train from Liverpool to London departs at 20:51. 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 Liverpool to London 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 £13.66 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 Liverpool to London?
There are on average 11 direct connection(s) from Liverpool to go to London.
What's the fastest journey time between Liverpool to London by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Liverpool and London is 2 hrs 13 mins.
Is there a direct train from Liverpool to London?
Yes, there is a direct train between Liverpool and London.
What are the CO2 emissions for Liverpool to London by train?
The train journey from Liverpool to London creates 20.16kg of CO2 emissions.