Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK) train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 04
Cheapest price on Nov 04
$33
Average ticket price on Nov 04
$45
Fastest journey on Nov 04
1 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Nov 04
1 h 51 m
Trains on Nov 04
35
Distance
138 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK) 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 York station (YRK) will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.

Fast trains

On Wed, Nov 04, we found 35 trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK), including 18 direct services.

On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 138 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .

On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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.

  • Transpennine ExpressC24388+Northern RailG88953
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressG15901
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressC24937
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG89991 · G89146+Transpennine ExpressC24659
    2 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressW84818 · G15868
    1 transfer

Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK)

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Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 but you can travel from only $10 by bus.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 1h 48m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $10

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Journey facts

  • Distance85 miles (138 km)
  • Average train duration2h 6m
  • Cheapest ticket price$23
  • Trains per day8
  • Direct trains4
  • Fastest train1h 48m
  • First train4:54 AM
  • Last train11:18 PM
  • Cheapest MonthDec
  • Cheapest DayMon
  • High SeasonApr - Jun
  • Low SeasonOct - Dec
  • Busiest DayFri
  • Least Busy DaySun
  • Best time to book14 days

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Book with confidence

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $10

Frequently asked questions about your Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK) trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK).

Train ticket prices from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $23, while the average price is around $44.
The train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK) takes 1h 48m and runs 8 per day.
The distance by train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK) is 85 miles (138 km).
The first train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK) leaves at 4:54 AM.
The last train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK) leaves at 11:18 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK). This service operates 4 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express.

Live departures

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK) train times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK) trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressG15989
On time
4:58 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h15
7:13 AM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC24388 · G16311
On time
5:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h12
8:06 AM York station (YRK)		1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24388+Northern RailG88953
On time
5:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h04
7:58 AM York station (YRK)		1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15866
On time
6:24 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h55
8:19 AM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84776 · G16356
On time
6:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h15
9:09 AM York station (YRK)		1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24892
On time
7:24 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h52
9:16 AM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC24396 · G15879
On time
7:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h13
10:07 AM York station (YRK)		1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24895
On time
8:23 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h53
10:16 AM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84790 · P00051
On time
8:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h13
11:07 AM York station (YRK)		1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15861
On time
9:24 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h52
11:16 AM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84795 · C24495
On time
9:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h13
12:07 PM York station (YRK)		1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15862
On time
10:24 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h51
12:15 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84800 · G16307
On time
10:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h13
1:07 PM York station (YRK)		1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24904
On time
11:24 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h51
1:15 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84807 · G16314
On time
11:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h14
2:08 PM York station (YRK)		1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24909
On time
12:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h51
2:15 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84813 · P00053
On time
12:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h13
3:07 PM York station (YRK)		1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG159551:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h53
3:17 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84818 · G15868
On time
1:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h14
4:08 PM York station (YRK)		1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG159532:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h52
4:16 PM York station (YRK)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84825 · C24526
On time
2:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h14
5:08 PM York station (YRK)		1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15950
On time
3:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h53
5:17 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84830 · C24869
On time
3:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h13
6:07 PM York station (YRK)		1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15948
On time
4:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h57
6:21 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84837 · C24538
On time
4:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h15
7:09 PM York station (YRK)		1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24924
On time
5:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h51
7:15 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84843 · G16317
On time
5:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h13
8:07 PM York station (YRK)		1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24432 · G16319
On time
6:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h14
9:08 PM York station (YRK)		1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24929
On time
7:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h50
9:14 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC24376 · C24836
On time
7:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h31
10:25 PM York station (YRK)		1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24376+Northern RailG89018
On time
7:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h05
9:59 PM York station (YRK)		1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15901
On time
8:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h13
10:37 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC24937
On time
8:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h28
11:22 PM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG16196
On time
9:47 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h39
12:26 AM York station (YRK)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89991 · G89146+Transpennine ExpressC24659
On time
10:01 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
3h44
1:45 AM York station (YRK)		2 transfers

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Train companies

Train companies from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK)

Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK) with Transpennine Express and Northern Rail. High-speed trains available on this route with Transpennine Express. Regional trains available on this route with Northern Rail. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.

Transpennine Express

About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
1h 48m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
$23
Transpennine Express frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Learn more about Transpennine Express

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
$28
Northern Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and York station (YRK)

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK).
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.

FAQs: Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK) 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 York station (YRK), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK).

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK)

Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and York station (YRK) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Liverpool
Arrival train stations in York
Liverpool Lime StreetLime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre

Suburban train linesWirral Line (green)
Bus lines9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
Train linesNorthern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.

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.

More about Liverpool Lime Street

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