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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$18
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$42
Fastest journey on Sep 15
1 h 32 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
1 h 34 m
Trains on Sep 15
59
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 59 trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), including 30 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest trains will take 1 h 34 m 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.
C179015:34 AM1h43Birmingham New Street (BHM)7:17 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$181One-way0 transfers- C1779511:34 AM1h43Birmingham New Street (BHM)1:17 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$181One-way0 transfers
- C178567:57 AM1h45Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:42 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$181One-way0 transfers
- C178108:57 AM1h45Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:42 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$181One-way0 transfers
- C179038:34 AM1h43Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:17 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$181One-way0 transfers
W338837:51 AM1h32Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:23 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$741One-way0 transfers
G00688+W3389811:49 AM1h34Birmingham New Street (BHM)1:23 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$581One-way1 transfer- G66837+C013097:49 PM1h34Birmingham New Street (BHM)9:23 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$581One-way1 transfer
- G00900+W339961:49 PM1h34Birmingham New Street (BHM)3:23 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$581One-way1 transfer
- G66797+C013085:49 PM1h34Birmingham New Street (BHM)7:23 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$581One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, while a train costs an average of $40.
Distance: 78 miles (126 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV):
A bus is $15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) costing on average $40.
Other travel options to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 42m.
The journey is about 28m faster (1h 39m by train vs 2h 7m by car) and roughly $12 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($40 vs $52). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C17778+G00861 | Delayed 12:40 PM 1:01 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h46 | 2:47 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33996+G00900 | 1:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h34 | 3:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C17775 | On time 2:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h38 | 3:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34290 · W34099 | On time 2:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h57 | 4:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C17758 | 2:34 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 4:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17781 | On time 3:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h38 | 4:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34292 · W34103 | On time 3:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h57 | 5:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C17997 | 3:34 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 5:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33918+G00905 | Delayed 3:13 PM 3:49 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h34 | 5:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C17966 | On time 4:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h38 | 5:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34289 · W34215 | On time 4:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h57 | 6:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C18003 | 4:34 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 6:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34223+G00946 | Delayed 4:13 PM 4:49 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h46 | 6:35 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C17869 | On time 5:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 6:47 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34287 · W34030 | On time 5:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h58 | 7:05 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C17772 | On time 5:34 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 7:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01308+G66797 | On time 5:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h34 | 7:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C17968 | On time 6:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h45 | 7:49 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34291 · W34248 | On time 6:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h58 | 8:05 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C18002 | 6:34 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 8:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33984+G00921 | Delayed 6:13 PM 6:49 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h34 | 8:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W34288 · W34058 | On time 7:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h59 | 9:06 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C17782 | On time 7:34 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 9:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01309+G66837 | On time 7:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h34 | 9:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W34083 · W34240 | 8:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h58 | 10:05 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C18030 | On time 8:34 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 10:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34002+G66813 | On time 8:49 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h44 | 10:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W34164 · W34043 · W34278 | On time 9:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h58 | 11:05 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
| C18001 | 9:34 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 11:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
| C17901 | 5:34 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 7:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17921 | 6:34 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 8:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17849 | 7:04 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h38 | 8:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33969+G00781 | 7:26 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h38 | 9:04 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C17777 | 7:34 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 9:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33883 | 7:51 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h32 | 9:23 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17856 | 7:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h45 | 9:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17856+G00847 | 8:01 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h41 | 9:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W34144 · W34073 | 8:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h56 | 10:03 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C17903 | 8:34 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 10:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33983+G00844 | 8:49 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h34 | 10:23 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C17810 | 8:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h45 | 10:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17810+G00849 | 9:01 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h41 | 10:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C01369 · W33930 | 9:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h57 | 11:04 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C17887 | 9:34 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 11:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01305+G00938 | 9:49 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h46 | 11:35 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C17771 | 10:04 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h38 | 11:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33941 · W34237 | 10:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h57 | 12:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C17797 | 10:34 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 12:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33916+G66712 | 10:49 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h34 | 12:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C17774 | 11:04 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h38 | 12:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33935 · W34264 | 11:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h57 | 1:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C17795 | 11:34 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 1:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33898+G00688 | 11:49 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h34 | 1:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C17780 | 12:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h38 | 1:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34286 · W34243 | 12:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h57 | 2:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C17773 | 12:34 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 2:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C17778 | 1:04 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 2:47 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01372 · W34035 | 1:07 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h57 | 3:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C18000 | 1:34 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 3:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 but you can travel from only $7 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:34, the last at 20:34. The fastest train covers the 78 miles (126 km) distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 78 miles (126 km) |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 4:34 AM |
Last train 8:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from $7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Lime Street (LIV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New 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: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
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.
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