Leeds to Liverpool train with Transpennine Express

Tue, 29 Sept
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Liverpool

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Sept

Cheapest price on 29 Sept

197kr

Average ticket price on 29 Sept

338kr

Fastest journey on 29 Sept

1 h 59 m

Average journey duration on 29 Sept

2 h

Trains on 29 Sept

23

Distance

104 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leeds to Liverpool will cost around 338kr if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 197kr.

Fast trains

On Tue, 29 Sept, we found 23 trains from Leeds to Liverpool, including 14 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Transpennine ExpressC24979
    7:30 PM2h03
    Leeds station (LDS)
    9:33 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    197 kr1One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressG15884
    7:05 PM1h59
    Leeds station (LDS)
    9:04 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    197 kr1One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89095 · G86141
    11:42 AM3h11
    Leeds station (LDS)
    2:53 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    265 kr1One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89098 · G86154
    12:42 PM3h11
    Leeds station (LDS)
    3:53 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    265 kr1One-way
    1 change
  • Transpennine ExpressC24972
    5:30 PM2h01
    Leeds station (LDS)
    7:31 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    267 kr1One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Leeds to Liverpool train times

The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Liverpool trains for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressG16018
On time
7:30 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h03
9:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89080 · G86100
On time
7:42 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h30
10:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24945
On time
8:32 AM Leeds station (LDS)
1h59
10:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89084 · G86176
On time
8:44 AM Leeds station (LDS)
3h09
11:53 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG16013
On time
9:30 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h00
11:30 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89086 · G86181
On time
9:42 AM Leeds station (LDS)
3h11
12:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24952
On time
10:30 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h00
12:30 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24954
On time
11:30 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h00
1:30 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG15907
On time
12:30 PM Leeds station (LDS)
2h00
2:30 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG15922
On time
1:30 PM Leeds station (LDS)
2h00
3:30 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89102 · G86163
On time
1:42 PM Leeds station (LDS)
3h11
4:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15833 · G15900
On time
2:16 PM Leeds station (LDS)
2h18
4:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15900
On time
2:30 PM Leeds station (LDS)
2h04
4:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG15807 · C24965
On time
3:16 PM Leeds station (LDS)
2h14
5:30 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24965
On time
3:30 PM Leeds station (LDS)
2h00
5:30 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89075 · G86171
On time
3:42 PM Leeds station (LDS)
2h47
6:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15813+Northern RailG86171
On time
4:16 PM Leeds station (LDS)
2h13
6:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24969
On time
4:30 PM Leeds station (LDS)
2h03
6:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24972
On time
5:30 PM Leeds station (LDS)
2h01
7:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89082 · G86151
On time
5:42 PM Leeds station (LDS)
2h47
8:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24975
On time
6:30 PM Leeds station (LDS)
2h02
8:32 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG15884
On time
7:05 PM Leeds station (LDS)
1h59
9:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24979
On time
7:30 PM Leeds station (LDS)
2h03
9:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24980
On time
8:30 PM Leeds station (LDS)
2h04
10:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24984
On time
9:10 PM Leeds station (LDS)
2h09
11:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailC31729+Transpennine ExpressN626785:12 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h20
7:32 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressG160086:30 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h02
8:32 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89076 · G861626:42 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h46
9:28 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15889+East Midlands RailwayC044396:45 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h44
9:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leeds to Liverpool

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Trains from Leeds to Liverpool run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 106kr but you can travel from only 52kr by coach.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 104 km distance in 1h 26m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from 52kr
Distance
104 km
Average train duration
1h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
106kr
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
1h 26m
First train
12:17 AM
Last train
11:56 PM
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
5 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from 52kr

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway from Leeds to Liverpool trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Leeds and Liverpool from 52kr. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
1h 26m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
127kr
Transpennine Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
1h 54m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
106kr
Northern Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
1h 43m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
287kr
East Midlands Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

FAQs: Leeds to Liverpool train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Liverpool by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Leeds to Liverpool can start from as little as 106kr when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leeds to Liverpool is 303kr; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Leeds to Liverpool is 1h 26m to travel the 104 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Leeds to Liverpool leaves at 12:17 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Leeds to Liverpool leaves at 11:56 pm.
Yes, there are 6 direct trains a day from Leeds to Liverpool with Transpennine Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Leeds to Liverpool. You can choose between East Midlands Railway. East Midlands Railway trains take around 1h 43m
When taking a train from Leeds to Liverpool, you can count on Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway for the best way to get you to Liverpool. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Leeds and Liverpool and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Liverpool from Leeds is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 26m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Liverpool including taking a train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Liverpool

Most Leeds to Liverpool trains use the Leeds to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool Central. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Leeds
Arrival train stations in Liverpool
LeedsNew Station St, Leeds LS1 4DY, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre

Bus lines1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
Train linesNorthern, TransPennine Express

Leeds train station facilities and services

Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.

Burley ParkBurley Park station, Ashville Road, Burley Park, West Yorkshire, LS6 1NA+44 8002006060ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre

Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLeeds - York, Leeds - Knaresborough, Leeds - Harrogate, Leeds - Horsforth · 4m · 12kr · every ~4 min
Bus19, 19A · 8m · every ~7 min
19, 19A · 11m · every ~7 min

Burley Park train station facilities and services

Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.

Bike and car services

Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

HeadingleyHeadingley station, Kirkstall Lane, Headingley, West Yorkshire, LS5 3LD+44 8002006060ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Headingley from Leeds city centre

Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLeeds - York, Leeds - Knaresborough, Leeds - Harrogate, Leeds - Horsforth · 7m · 23kr · every ~4 min
Bus49, 50, 50A · 19m · every ~26 min
875 · 22m · 46kr

Headingley train station facilities and services

Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Headingley.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Headingley: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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