Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train

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Cheap train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

Showing times and prices for Sep 21

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Transpennine Express
C42805
08:12AM3h25
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
11:37AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$861One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
Transpennine Express
C42391
09:19AM4h14
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
01:33PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$861One-way
1 transfer
Transpennine Express
G30239
09:39AM3h54
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
01:33PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$881One-way
1 transfer
Transpennine Express
G30242
11:39AM4h00
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
03:39PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$881One-way
1 transfer
Avanti West Coast
G30787
05:43AM3h57
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
09:40AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$1371One-way
2 transfers

Train schedule from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 21
Avanti West Coast
G30787
05:43AM3h57
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
09:40AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
2 transfers
Avanti West Coast
G37192
06:45AM3h33
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
10:18AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 transfer
Transpennine Express
C42805
08:12AM3h25
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
11:37AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 transfer
Transpennine Express
C42391
09:19AM4h14
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
01:33PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 transfer
Transpennine Express
G30239
09:39AM3h54
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
01:33PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 transfer
Transpennine Express
G30242
11:39AM4h00
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
03:39PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 transfer

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Fastest train times from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

Showing times and prices for Sep 21

Fastest Journey

3 h 25 m

Average

3 h 50 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

283 km

It's difficult to get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) without transferring at least once.

Fastest
Transpennine Express
C42805
08:12AM3h25
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
11:37AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$861One-way
1 transfer
Avanti West Coast
G37192
06:45AM3h33
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
10:18AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$1541One-way
1 transfer
Transpennine Express
G30239
09:39AM3h54
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
01:33PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$881One-way
1 transfer
Avanti West Coast
G30787
05:43AM3h57
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
09:40AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$1371One-way
2 transfers
Transpennine Express
G30242
11:39AM4h00
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
03:39PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$881One-way
1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

distanceDistance175 miles (283 km)
durationAverage train duration3 h 25 min
priceAverage train ticket price$97 (€82)
frequencyTrain frequency9 a day
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain companiesTransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, LNER, Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express

Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) cover the 175 miles (283 km) long journey taking on average 3 h 25 min with our travel partners like TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, LNER, Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express. Normally, there are 9 trains operating per day. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $97 (€82), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $22 (€19).

Train providers: TransPennine Express, Virgin Trains and East Coast from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains

TransPennine Express, Virgin Trains and East Coast trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from $22 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train information with TransPennine Express:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 25 min
  • Cheapest Price: $72

FAQs: Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

FAQs: Travel by train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) can start from as little as $22 (€19) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is $98 (€82); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train time is 3 h 25 min   covering the 175 mile (283 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) leaves at 4: 43 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) leaves at 7: 13 PM.
There are 9 trains a day from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) which require at least one change with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, LNER, Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the route from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) you can take a train with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, LNER, Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 13 PM.
A trip to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) including taking a train, bus or flight.

Trains departing from Liverpool Lime Street

Distance from Liverpool Lime Street to city center
Distance from Liverpool Lime Street to city center
0.4 miles (732 m)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 05: 00 - 23: 38 | Sun: 07: 15 - 23: 05
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
Liverpool John Lennon Airport
8 miles (13 km)
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
The airport can be reached by public transit from the station in about 40 minutes using the AirLink 500 shuttle bus service.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Free public Wi-Fi available.
ATM
ATM
Located near Platform 7.
Taxi
Taxi
Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance. | Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
Lockers
Lockers
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.
Shopping
Shopping
Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
Dining
Dining
Caffè Nero | Costa Coffee | Upper Crust | Starbucks | JD Wetherspoon
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Enterprise | Dollar | Hertz | Alamo | Green Motion | Avis
Information Desk
Information Desk
Located in the main concourse.
Accessibility
Accessibility
Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.

Trains arriving to Edinburgh Waverley

Distance from Edinburgh Waverley to city center
Distance from Edinburgh Waverley to city center
0.4 miles (727 m)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 05: 00 - 23: 59 | Sun: 07: 00 - 23: 59
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
Metro: No metro available.
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
Edinburgh Airport
7 miles (12 km)
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
There is a direct tram from St Andrew Square that goes between the airport and the train station for 35 minutes. You can also opt to ride the Airlink 100 bus for 28 minutes.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Free public Wi-Fi available.
ATM
ATM
There are a few ATM machines around the station.
Taxi
Taxi
Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station. | Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
Lockers
Lockers
You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
Shopping
Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Dining
Dining
Bagel Factory | Burger King | Caffè Nero | Costa Coffee | JD Wetherspoon | The Pasty Shop | The Beer House | M&S | Pret a Manger
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Europcar | Enterprise
Information Desk
Information Desk
Information booths are located on the concourse.
Accessibility
Accessibility
Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.

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