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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for Jun 25

Cheapest price

$80

Average price

$110

Fastest journey

3 h 46 m

Average duration

3 h 52 m

Trains per day

Distance

215 km

Cheap tickets

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.

The average ticket from Cardiff to Liverpool will cost around $110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.

Fast trains

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

C23399_C23661+ West Midlands Trains

L33141

09:45AM3h57

Cardiff Central (CDF)

01:42PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

$801One-way

1 transfer

G56132+

L14037

09:23AM3h46

Cardiff Central (CDF)

01:09PMLiverpool James Street (LVJ)

$931One-way

1 transfer

G56072+

L33136

08:53AM3h49

Cardiff Central (CDF)

12:42PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

$931One-way

1 transfer

G56051+

L33141

09:53AM3h49

Cardiff Central (CDF)

01:42PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

$931One-way

1 transfer

P08477+

C23378+

L33134

08:18AM3h59

Cardiff Central (CDF)

12:17PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

$1521One-way

2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Cardiff to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus
€67 Average price	€36 Average price Cheapest
4h 25m Average duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	10h 10m Average duration 9h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Cardiff to Liverpool train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 25

Last updated at 9:42 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
P08477+C23378+L33134	On time 7:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)	3h59	11:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	2 transfers
G56072+L33136	On time 7:53 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)	3h49	11:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	1 transfer
G56132+L14037	On time 8:23 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)	3h46	12:09 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ)	1 transfer
C23399_C23661+L33141	On time 8:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)	3h57	12:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	1 transfer
G56051+L33141	On time 8:53 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)	3h49	12:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	1 transfer
P08481+C23389+L33144	On time 9:18 AM Cardiff Central (CDF)	3h59	1:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	2 transfers
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Cardiff to Liverpool?

The best time to book your train from Cardiff to Liverpool is 3 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Cardiff to Liverpool route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Cardiff to Liverpool per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Cardiff to Liverpool.

Trains

from $89

Buses

from $19

Journey information

Overview: Train from Cardiff to Liverpool

United Kingdom

Trains from Cardiff to Liverpool run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.

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 $19 (€15)

Distance

133 miles (215 km)

Average train duration

3h 55m

Cheapest ticket price

$53 (€43)

Trains per day

Fastest train

3h 29m

First train

04:35

Last train

19:38

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $19 (€15)

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

Travel to Liverpool from Cardiff from $50 (€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. 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: $50

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. 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: $116

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 $36 (€29) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cardiff to Liverpool is $83 (€68); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Cardiff and Liverpool is on average 3 h 38 min for the 133 mile (215 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Liverpool from Cardiff by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cardiff to Liverpool leaves at 2: 35 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cardiff to Liverpool leaves at 9: 15 PM.

There are 7 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.

Take the Cardiff to Liverpool train with Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey to Liverpool from Cardiff as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 15 PM.

A trip to Liverpool from Cardiff is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 38 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 from Cardiff to Liverpool 2 different ways: train or bus.