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Cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for Oct 07

Cheapest

$86

Average

$130

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

Cheapest

L40621

09:22AM3h47

Cardiff Central (CDF)

01:09PMLiverpool James Street (LVJ)

$861One-way

1 transfer

C48423

10:45AM4h19

Cardiff Central (CDF)

03:04PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

$1411One-way

2 transfers

L40562

08:49AM4h15

Cardiff Central (CDF)

01:04PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

$1411One-way

1 transfer

L40529

09:53AM4h11

Cardiff Central (CDF)

02:04PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

$1411One-way

1 transfer

L40562

08:49AM4h05

Cardiff Central (CDF)

12:54PMLiverpool James Street (LVJ)

$1411One-way

2 transfers

Cardiff to Liverpool train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, October 7

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Transport for Wales L40562	08:49AM Cardiff Central (CDF)	4h15	01:04PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	1 transfer
Transport for Wales L40562	08:49AM Cardiff Central (CDF)	4h05	12:54PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ)	2 transfers
Transport for Wales L40621	09:22AM Cardiff Central (CDF)	3h47	01:09PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ)	1 transfer
Transport for Wales L40529	09:53AM Cardiff Central (CDF)	4h11	02:04PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	1 transfer
West Midlands Railway G44889	10:18AM Cardiff Central (CDF)	3h59	02:17PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	2 transfers
Transport for Wales C48423	10:45AM Cardiff Central (CDF)	4h19	03:04PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	2 transfers
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Fastest train times from Cardiff to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for Oct 07

Fastest Journey

3 h 47 m

Average

4 h 6 m

Trains per day

Distance

215 km

It's difficult to get from Cardiff to Liverpool without transferring at least once.

Fastest

L40621

09:22AM3h47

Cardiff Central (CDF)

01:09PMLiverpool James Street (LVJ)

$861One-way

1 transfer

G44889

10:18AM3h59

Cardiff Central (CDF)

02:17PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

$1411One-way

2 transfers

L40562

08:49AM4h05

Cardiff Central (CDF)

12:54PMLiverpool James Street (LVJ)

$1411One-way

2 transfers

L40529

09:53AM4h11

Cardiff Central (CDF)

02:04PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

$1411One-way

1 transfer

L40562

08:49AM4h15

Cardiff Central (CDF)

01:04PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

$1411One-way

1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Cardiff to Liverpool

Distance	133 miles (215 km)
Average train duration	3 h 32 min
Average train ticket price	$87 (€75)
Train frequency	3 a day
Direct train	No
Train companies	Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains or first_great_western

Trains from Cardiff to Liverpool cover the 133 miles (215 km) long trip taking on average 3 h 32 min with our travel partners like Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains or first_great_western. Normally, there are 3 trains operating per day. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $87 (€75), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $34 (€29).

Train providers: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry and West Midlands Trains from Cardiff to Liverpool trains

Travel to Liverpool from Cardiff from $48 (€41) with Omio’s train partners Transport for Wales, CrossCountry and West Midlands Trains! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient journey for you.

Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.

Train information from Cardiff to Liverpool with Transport for Wales:

Average Duration: 3 h 38 min
Cheapest Price: $48

West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.

West Midlands Trains from Cardiff to Liverpool train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 55 min
Cheapest Price: $109

FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Liverpool

FAQs: Travel by train from Cardiff to Liverpool easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Liverpool.

Cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Liverpool can start from as little as $34 (€29) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cardiff to Liverpool is $87 (€75); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Cardiff to Liverpool train travel time is 3 h 32 min for the 133 mile (215 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cardiff to Liverpool leaves at 6: 17 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cardiff to Liverpool leaves at 8: 15 PM.

There are 3 trains a day from Cardiff to Liverpool which require at least one change with Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the journey from Cardiff to Liverpool you can take a train with Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains or first_great_western. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Cardiff to Liverpool on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 15 PM.

A trip to Liverpool from Cardiff is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 32 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Cardiff to Liverpool by train is December.

You have options as you can travel to Liverpool from Cardiff 2 different ways: train or bus.