London to Liverpool Train
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London to Liverpool by train
The journey from London to Liverpool by train is 178.93 mi and takes 3 hrs 30 mins. There are 24 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:31 and the last at 22:00. It is possible to travel from London to Liverpool by train for as little as £14.90 or as much as £194.73. The best price for this journey is £14.90.
| Lowest Price | £14.90 |
| Journey Duration | 3 hrs 30 mins |
| Connection per Day | Northern Rail, Merseyrail, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast 24 |
| Lowest Price | Northern Rail, Merseyrail, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast £14.90 |
| Highest Price | Northern Rail, Merseyrail, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast £194.73 |
| First Departure | Northern Rail, Merseyrail, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast 05:31 |
| Last Departure | Northern Rail, Merseyrail, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast 22:00 |
| Distance | Northern Rail, Merseyrail, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast 178.93 mi |
| Departure | Northern Rail, Merseyrail, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast London |
| Arrival | Northern Rail, Merseyrail, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast Liverpool |
| Carriers | Northern Rail, Merseyrail Northern Rail, Merseyrail, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast |
London to Liverpool Train Times
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Best time to book London to Liverpool travel
Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average
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 £14.67 to £47.89 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 69% on your trip!
Best time to book cheap train tickets from London to Liverpool
The cheapest London - Liverpool train tickets can be found for as low as £19.20 if you’re lucky, or £28.10 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £33.30.
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 Northern Rail, West Midlands Railway and Transport for Wales from London to Liverpool
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London to Liverpool CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
20.16kg
Bus
21.6kg
Flight
57.59kg
Car
46.07kg
What are the CO2 emissions from London to Liverpool by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between London and Liverpool are 20.16kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between London and Liverpool? By taking the train between London and Liverpool 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 London to Liverpool?
A train ticket from London to Liverpool is £74.18. 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 £14.90.
What's the cheapest train ticket from London to Liverpool?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Liverpool is £14.90. 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 London and Liverpool by train?
London to Liverpool is 178.93 mi.
How long does the train between London and Liverpool take?
London to Liverpool is on average 3 hrs 30 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 16 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Liverpool?
The train journey from London to Liverpool is covered by 5 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Northern Rail, Merseyrail, West Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast.
How many train connections per day go from London to Liverpool?
London to Liverpool has 24 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from London to Liverpool leave?
The earliest train from London to Liverpool departs at 05:31. 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 London to Liverpool depart?
The latest train from London to Liverpool departs at 22:00. 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 London 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 £14.90 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 London to Liverpool?
There are on average 6 direct connection(s) from London to go to Liverpool.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Liverpool by train?
The fastest journey time by train between London and Liverpool is 2 hrs 16 mins.
Is there a direct train from London to Liverpool?
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Liverpool.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Liverpool by train?
The train journey from London to Liverpool creates 20.16kg of CO2 emissions.