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Acclaimed branch of the Imperial War Museums covering modern conflict, personal stories, and the impact of war in a dramatic dock building.
Cheapest price
zł43
Average price
zł43
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool will cost around zł43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł43.
Of the 6 trains that leave Ellesmere Port for Liverpool on Fri, Aug 14, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 14 the direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
On Fri, Aug 14 the slowest trains will take 35 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.
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C08051Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from zł14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł14, and a train costs an average of zł20.
Distance: 9 miles (16 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
zł40 Average price | zł14 Average price Cheapest | zł33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool:
A bus is zł26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool costing on average zł40.
Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 59m.
Tickets start at around zł40 compared to roughly zł33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł-6.56. The journey takes 36m versus 29m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Ellesmere Port to Liverpool trains for today, Thursday, August 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C08047 | On time 8:19 AM Ellesmere Port station (ELP) | 0h36 | 8:55 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C08049 | On time 8:42 AM Ellesmere Port station (ELP) | 0h35 | 9:17 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C08051 | On time 9:12 AM Ellesmere Port station (ELP) | 0h35 | 9:47 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C08053 | On time 9:42 AM Ellesmere Port station (ELP) | 0h35 | 10:17 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C08055 | On time 10:12 AM Ellesmere Port station (ELP) | 0h35 | 10:47 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C08057 | On time 10:42 AM Ellesmere Port station (ELP) | 0h35 | 11:17 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool run on average 7 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł20 but you can travel from only zł14 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 9 miles (16 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 9 miles (16 km) |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price zł20 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 5:40 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
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Acclaimed branch of the Imperial War Museums covering modern conflict, personal stories, and the impact of war in a dramatic dock building.
Large free museum covering archaeology, natural history, world cultures, and planetarium shows. Excellent for broad insight into the region.
Modern museum telling Liverpool’s story from port city to pop culture capital, with social history, transport, and riverfront galleries.
Scenic riverside promenade with Mersey views, public art, and access to major museums. Ideal for a relaxed walk along the waterfront.
Historic commercial street with restored warehouses, boutiques, and nightlife. Great for architecture, independent shops, and city atmosphere.
Creative district known for independent venues, street art, and converted warehouses. A good area to explore Liverpool’s contemporary culture.
A hearty beef and vegetable stew long linked with Liverpool's seafaring history. It is the city's signature comfort food and gave Liverpudlians the nickname 'Scousers'.
A baked potato filled with corned beef, a classic Merseyside chip shop and pub snack. It is a simple local favourite tied to everyday working-class food culture.
A dense spiced fruit loaf or cake served sliced with butter. Popular across Merseyside, it is a traditional teatime bake with a long local following.
Elegant fine dining restaurant by Chef Paul Askew, known for seasonal British tasting menus and polished service in a refined city-centre setting.
Stylish modern restaurant in the Baltic Triangle serving small plates and seasonal British cooking in a relaxed but ambitious setting.
Historic dining room in the Philharmonic pub, celebrated for classic British dishes and a grand traditional atmosphere with strong local character.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while transit and casual meals are fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes and pubs: no tip expected, small change appreciated.
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Liverpool Lime Street -> Liverpool ONE Bus Station, Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ellesmere Port 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.

Most Ellesmere Port to Liverpool trains use the Ellesmere Port to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool James Street. Use this guide to compare Ellesmere Port and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ellesmere Port has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Ellesmere Port.
Ticket office support is available at Ellesmere Port. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ellesmere Port: Parking, WC.
Available at Ellesmere Port: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ellesmere Port: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B: “This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only – please check details.”Access to the Liverpool platform from the car park is step free. Footbridge only to other platform. Please note, assistance can only be provided between 06.05 and 14.00 when station is staffed, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Overpool is 1 km from Ellesmere Port city centre. Public transport options include:
Overpool has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Overpool.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Overpool: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Overpool: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” This station is unstaffed. You will need to book assistance in advance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
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 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.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
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 options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
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