The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Cheapest price
$125
Average price
$126
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Central (LVC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Central (LVC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
Of the 2 trains that leave Liverpool Central (LVC) for London Kings Cross (KGX) on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 284 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 25 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool Central (LVC) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Central (LVC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €71.
Distance: 176 miles (284 km)
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€94 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest |
3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Liverpool Central (LVC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Central (LVC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:40 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 2h23 | 10:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:43 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 2h20 | 11:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $87 (€71) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:58, the last at 09:45. The fastest train covers the 176 miles (284 km) distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 176 miles (284 km) |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€71) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 07:58 |
Last train 09:45 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Liverpool Central (LVC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool Central (LVC) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Central (LVC) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 London Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool Central (LVC) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
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