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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$143
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
287 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around $143 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) without transferring at least once.
W33915+
Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo2:08 PM2h58Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:06 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$521One-way1 transfer- W34165+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo2:43 PM2h56Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:39 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$521One-way1 transfer
- W33949+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo1:43 PM2h57Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)4:40 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$621One-way1 transfer
- W33934+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+
C1693912:12 PM2h58Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3:10 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$641One-way2 transfers - W34217+C16944+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo1:12 PM3h00Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)4:12 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$641One-way2 transfers
- W33895+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo6:43 AM2h48Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:31 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$2521One-way1 transfer
- W34119+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo9:43 AM2h55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:38 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$1261One-way1 transfer
- W34170+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo8:43 AM2h55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:38 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$2451One-way1 transfer
- W33894+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo12:43 PM2h55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3:38 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$671One-way1 transfer
- W34182+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo10:43 AM2h55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1:38 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$731One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $43.
Distance: 178 miles (287 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$98 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT):
A bus is $83 (€68) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) costing on average $98 (€81).
Other travel options to London Waterloo (WAT) take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 6m.
The journey is about 1h 29m faster (2h 48m by train vs 4h 17m by car) and roughly $14 (€12) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($98 (€81) vs $113 (€93)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33946+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 6:04 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h58 | 9:02 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| W33895+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 6:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h48 | 9:31 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| C16917+W34252+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 7:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h03 | 10:13 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| W33878+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 7:40 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h58 | 10:38 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| W33955+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 8:07 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h58 | 11:05 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| C16920+W34089+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 8:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h00 | 11:10 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| W34170+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 8:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h55 | 11:38 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| W34119+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 9:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h55 | 12:38 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| W34234+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 10:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h57 | 1:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| W34182+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 10:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h55 | 1:38 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| C16934+W33965+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 11:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h58 | 2:10 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| W34094+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 11:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h55 | 2:38 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| C01288+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 12:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h59 | 3:07 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| W33934+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+C16939 | 12:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h58 | 3:10 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| W33894+Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 12:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h55 | 3:38 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€36) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:33, the last at 16:08. The fastest train covers the 178 miles (287 km) distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 178 miles (287 km) |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€36) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 6:33 AM |
Last train 4:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and London Waterloo (WAT) from $10 (€8). 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 Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and London Waterloo (WAT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo 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
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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