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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 on Sep 20
$20
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$32
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 7 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 38 m
Trains on Sep 20
6
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lancaster to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster to Liverpool will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 6 trains from Lancaster to Liverpool, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 7 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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W84902Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, while a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 45 miles (74 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$32 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lancaster to Liverpool:
A bus is $9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lancaster to Liverpool costing on average $32.
Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 31m.
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Liverpool trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W33398+ G89169 | On time 12:57 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h23 | 2:20 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W33704+ G85412 | On time 1:41 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h27 | 3:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
G89871 · G89176 | On time 1:49 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h30 | 3:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W33427+ G89176 | On time 1:59 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h20 | 3:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
G89801 · G89157 | 9:45 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 2h22 | 12:07 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W84902+ P24172+ W33371 | 10:48 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 2h07 | 12:55 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
W33147+ C04441 | 11:44 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h45 | 1:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W33147+ W44528+ C01018 | 11:44 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h44 | 1:28 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
W84885 | 12:35 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h07 | 1:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89170+ W33191 | 12:42 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h25 | 2:07 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Lancaster to Liverpool run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 45 miles (74 km) distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 45 miles (74 km) |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 5:13 AM |
Last train 10:27 PM |
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Discover the best of Liverpool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Liverpool trip today.
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 Lancaster 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 Lancaster to Liverpool trains use the Lancaster to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Moorfields. Use this guide to compare Lancaster and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lancaster is 2 km from Lancaster city centre. Public transport options include:
Lancaster has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Lancaster.
Ticket office support is available at Lancaster. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lancaster: Parking, WC.
Available at Lancaster: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lancaster: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts to All Platforms, accessible via taking the right hand entrance to the over bridge from the ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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: Yes.
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.
Moorfields 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 Moorfields.
Wi-Fi is available at Moorfields. ATMs are available at Moorfields.
Ticket office support is available at Moorfields. 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 Moorfields: Parking, WC.
Available at Moorfields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorfields: 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” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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: No.
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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