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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Liverpool
Cheapest price on 29 Sept
334lei
Average ticket price on 29 Sept
481lei
Fastest journey on 29 Sept
2 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 29 Sept
2 h 54 m
Trains on 29 Sept
6
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Liverpool will cost around 481lei if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 334lei.
To travel from Leicester to Liverpool you need to make at least one change.
W70940 · C044447:06 AM3h23Leicester station (LEI)10:29 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)334 lei1One-way1 change
W84656+C217746:37 AM3h23Leicester station (LEI)10:00 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)334 lei1One-way1 change
C17810+
G009527:50 AM2h52Leicester station (LEI)10:42 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)554 lei1One-way1 change- C17903+G669377:22 AM2h55Leicester station (LEI)10:17 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)554 lei1One-way1 change
- C17777+G669326:17 AM3h00Leicester station (LEI)9:17 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)554 lei1One-way1 change
- C17953 · C17856+G669377:22 AM2h20Leicester station (LEI)9:42 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)554 lei1One-way2 changes
- C17810+G009527:50 AM2h52Leicester station (LEI)10:42 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)554 lei1One-way1 change
- C17903+G669377:22 AM2h55Leicester station (LEI)10:17 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)554 lei1One-way1 change
- C17777+G669326:17 AM3h00Leicester station (LEI)9:17 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)554 lei1One-way1 change
- W70940 · C044447:06 AM3h23Leicester station (LEI)10:29 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)334 lei1One-way1 change
Live departures
Leicester to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Liverpool trains for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:09 AM Leicester | 3h20 | 10:29 AM Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:18 AM Leicester | 2h59 | 10:17 AM Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:09 AM Leicester | 3h20 | 11:29 AM Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:15 AM Leicester | 2h27 | 10:42 AM Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:18 AM Leicester | 2h59 | 11:17 AM Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:09 AM Leicester | 2h51 | 12:00 PM Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:15 AM Leicester | 2h27 | 11:42 AM Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday, 29 September | |||||
| G66932+C17777 | 6:17 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 3h00 | 9:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| C21774+W84656 | 6:37 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 3h23 | 10:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| W70940 · C04444 | 7:06 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 3h23 | 10:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G66937+C17953 · C17856 | 7:22 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h20 | 9:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| G66937+C17903 | 7:22 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h55 | 10:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Liverpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester to Liverpool run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 139lei but you can travel from only 64lei by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price 139lei |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 5:01 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail from Leicester to Liverpool trainsWest Midlands Trains, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail trains will get you between Leicester and Liverpool from 64lei. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leicester to Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Liverpool
Most Leicester to Liverpool trains use the Leicester to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool Central. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Liverpool leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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