The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK)
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
138 km
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 $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 6 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for York station (YRK) on Thu, Feb 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 05 the direct trains cover the 138 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
On Thu, Feb 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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.
L36642 · L36761
L36636 · C43745
L37178
L37176
L37174
L37178
L37176
L37174
L36642 · L36761
L36636 · C43745Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 85 miles (138 km)
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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, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h33 | 10:27 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, February 5 | |||||
L37174 | On time 6:24 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h55 | 8:19 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C43636 · C43742 | On time 6:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h15 | 9:09 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
L37176 | On time 7:24 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h51 | 9:15 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L36636 · C43745 | On time 7:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h13 | 10:07 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
L37178 | On time 8:23 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h51 | 10:14 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L36642 · L36761 | On time 8:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h13 | 11:07 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK)
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 85 miles (138 km) distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 85 miles (138 km) |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 00:18 |
Last train 23:36 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK) trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and York station (YRK) from $13 (€10). 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 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York station (YRK)
- 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 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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