Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 02

Cheapest price on Sep 02

RM41

Average ticket price on Sep 02

RM59

Fastest journey on Sep 02

3 h 16 m

Average journey duration on Sep 02

3 h 52 m

Trains on Sep 02

6

Distance

219 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around RM59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only RM41.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) without transferring at least once.

  • Transport for WalesG38945+West Midlands TrainsC17810+Great Western RailwayC47821
    5:53 AM4h49
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    10:42 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    RM411One-way
    2 transfers
  • Transport for WalesG38967+West Midlands TrainsC17774+Great Western RailwayG15000
    7:56 AM4h46
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    12:42 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    RM411One-way
    2 transfers
  • Transport for WalesG38947+West Midlands TrainsC17771+Great Western RailwayW34663
    7:07 AM4h35
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    11:42 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    RM411One-way
    2 transfers
  • West Midlands TrainsC17903+CrossCountryG66716
    7:00 AM3h17
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    10:17 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    RM441One-way
    1 transfer
  • Avanti West CoastW34144 · W34073+CrossCountryG66987
    6:35 AM3h28
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    10:03 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    RM931One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of RM26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of RM26, while a train costs an average of RM85.

Distance: 136 miles (219 km)

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Driving

RM85

Average price

RM26

Average price

Cheapest

RM61

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 18m

Average total duration

5h 48m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 16m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is a bus with an average price of RM26.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV):

A bus is RM59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) costing on average RM85.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is by train with an average journey time of 3h 19m.

Other travel options to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 48m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around RM85 compared to roughly RM61 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about RM-24.16. The journey takes 3h 19m versus 3h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Tuesday, September 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
CrossCountryG00854+West Midlands TrainsC17797
Delayed
8:00 AM 9:00 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h17
12:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 transfer
CrossCountryG00854+West Midlands TrainsC17774
Delayed
8:00 AM 9:00 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h42
12:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 transfer
CrossCountryG00854 · G66712+Avanti West CoastW33916
Delayed
8:00 AM 9:00 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h23
12:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 transfers
CrossCountryG66730+West Midlands TrainsC17795
On time
10:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h17
1:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15518 · G14937+Transport for WalesG38975+Avanti West CoastW34122
On time
10:07 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4h51
2:58 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
4 transfers
Great Western RailwayG15005+Transport for WalesG39032+Mersey RailC07979
On time
10:57 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4h15
3:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 transfers
CrossCountryG66735+West Midlands TrainsC17773
On time
11:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h17
2:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15496+Transport for WalesG38953+West Midlands TrainsC17775
On time
11:29 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4h13
3:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayG15007+Transport for WalesG38983+West Midlands TrainsC17781
On time
11:58 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4h44
4:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 transfers
CrossCountryG00865+West Midlands TrainsC1800012:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h17
3:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC48896 · G14939+Transport for WalesG38983+Avanti West CoastW34211
On time
12:08 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4h50
4:58 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
4 transfers
Great Western RailwayG15009+Transport for WalesG39035+Mersey RailC07995
On time
12:57 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4h15
5:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 transfers
CrossCountryG00872+West Midlands TrainsC177581:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h17
4:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15498+Transport for WalesG38955+West Midlands TrainsC17966
On time
1:25 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4h17
5:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 transfers
CrossCountryG00876+West Midlands TrainsC179972:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h17
5:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15011+Transport for WalesG38991+West Midlands TrainsC17869
On time
2:01 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4h46
6:47 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 transfers
CrossCountryG00883+West Midlands TrainsC180033:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h17
6:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
CrossCountryG00883+West Midlands TrainsC178693:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h47
6:47 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15500+Transport for WalesY63472+Avanti West CoastW34248
On time
3:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4h37
8:05 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayG15014+Transport for WalesG38999+Avanti West CoastW34058
On time
3:57 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
5h09
9:06 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 transfers
CrossCountryG00888+West Midlands TrainsC17968
On time
4:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h49
7:49 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 transfer
CrossCountryG00888 · G66797+Avanti West CoastC013084:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h23
7:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 transfers
CrossCountryG00888+West Midlands TrainsC17772
On time
4:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h17
7:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15501+Transport for WalesG39040+Mersey RailC080194:28 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4h45
9:13 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 transfers
CrossCountryG01083+Avanti West CoastW34291 · W34248
On time
4:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h32
8:05 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 transfers
CrossCountryG01083+West Midlands TrainsC18002
On time
4:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h44
8:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 transfer
Wednesday, September 2
Transport for WalesG38945+West Midlands TrainsC17810+Great Western RailwayC478215:53 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4h49
10:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 transfers
CrossCountryG66987+Avanti West CoastW34144 · W340736:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h28
10:03 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 transfers
CrossCountryG66716+West Midlands TrainsC179037:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h17
10:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transport for WalesG38947+West Midlands TrainsC17771+Great Western RailwayW346637:07 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4h35
11:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 transfers
Transport for WalesG38967+West Midlands TrainsC17774+Great Western RailwayG150007:56 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4h46
12:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 transfers
CrossCountryG66721+West Midlands TrainsC178878:01 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h16
11:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at RM31 but you can travel from only RM13 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 19:32. The fastest train covers the 136 miles (219 km) distance in 2h 53m.

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
Bus from RM13
Distance
136 miles (219 km)
Average train duration
3h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
RM31
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
2h 53m
First train
4:20 AM
Last train
7:32 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Tue
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
Bus from RM13

FAQs: Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at RM31, while the average price is around RM85.
The train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) takes 2h 53m and runs 7 per day.
The first train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 4:20 AM.
The distance by train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is 136 miles (219 km).
The last train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 7:32 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
There is no direct train service currently available from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
The cheapest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is by bus, with a cost of around RM13.
The train journey from Bristol Temple Meads to Liverpool Lime Street offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, featuring views of the picturesque English countryside, including rolling hills and charming towns, especially as it travels through the Cotswolds and Cheshire areas.
A day trip from Bristol Temple Meads to Liverpool Lime Street is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 53m. Trains run 9 times per day over a distance of 136 miles (219 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Since neither Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) nor Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) include Manchester, Runcorn, Chester, Newton-le-Willows, Widnes.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bristol
Arrival train stations in Liverpool
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre

Bus16 · 7m · RM4 · every ~12 min
X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · RM4 · every ~49 min
512 · 14m
9 · 15m · RM4 · every ~22 min

Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services

Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.

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