The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h
Trains per day
4
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) 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 Watford Junction (WFJ) will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 4 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for Watford Junction (WFJ) on Fri, Dec 19, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct trains cover the 261 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest trains will take 4 h 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 Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 162 miles (261 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€36 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h00 | 7:33 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 19 | |||||
![]() | 6:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h00 | 10:33 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h00 | 11:33 AM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h00 | 12:33 PM Watford Junction (WFJ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Avanti West Coast as well as West Midlands Trains offer trains services from Liverpool Lime Street to Watford Junction. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Liverpool Lime Street to Watford Junction.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street to Watford Junction.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Avanti West Coast tickets can be bought on Avanti West Coast's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of West Midlands Trains to help you choose the right option for your journey from Liverpool Lime Street to Watford Junction.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool Lime Street to Watford Junction.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 18:33. The fastest train covers the 162 miles (261 km) distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 162 miles (261 km) |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 05:33 |
Last train 18:33 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Watford Junction (WFJ) 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 Watford Junction (WFJ)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ) 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 Watford Junction (WFJ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Watford Junction (WFJ)
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- 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.
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
- 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.
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located in the main concourse.
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:00 Saturday 05:30 - 23:00 Sunday 06:30 - 22:30 Booking Office and Travel Centre
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible on platform 6
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket Vending Machines are located in the Booking Hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 6. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 04:00-23:00. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The National key toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-14:00 and Sunday 06:00-14:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from bay 1 of the bus station at the side of the railway station.
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