The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Dundee
Cheapest price
$144
Average price
$144
Fastest journey
4 h 57 m
Average duration
5 h 13 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
339 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Dundee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Dundee will cost around $144 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $144.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Dundee without transferring at least 2 times.
Y03052+
W10503+
Y23477
C26817 · C26820+
Y66496
Y01886+
W09865+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+
Y65853
Y03018+
W10500+
Y66506
Y01902+
C26814+
Y65957
Y03052+
P00490+
C26814+
Y65957
Y01902+
C26814+
Y65957
C26817 · C26820+
Y66496
Y01886+
W09865+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+
Y65853
Y03018+
W10500+
Y66506Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Dundee
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Dundee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €45.
Distance: 210 miles (339 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€88 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest |
6h 19m Average total duration Fastest 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Liverpool to Dundee train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Dundee trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C26817 · C26820+ Y66496 | On time 8:13 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h09 | 1:22 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 2 transfers | |
Y01886+ W09865+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ Y65853 | On time 8:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h19 | 1:58 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 3 transfers | |
Y03018+ W10500+ Y66506 | On time 8:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h38 | 2:23 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 2 transfers | |
Y01902+ C26814+ Y65957 | On time 9:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h03 | 2:42 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 2 transfers | |
Y03052+ W10503+ Y23477 | On time 9:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 6h02 | 3:47 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 2 transfers | |
Y03052+ P00490+ C26814+ Y65957 | On time 9:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h57 | 2:42 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Dundee
Trains from Liverpool to Dundee run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 18:47. The fastest train covers the 210 miles (339 km) distance in 4h 53m.
Distance 210 miles (339 km) |
Average train duration 5h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 53m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 18:47 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, LNER, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) from Liverpool to Dundee trainsAvanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, LNER, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Liverpool and Dundee from $30 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
TransPennine Express
LNER
CrossCountry
Caledonian Sleeper
Northern Rail (3)
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Dundee
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Dundee 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 Dundee, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Dundee
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: N/A
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: James Street Station, James Street, Liverpool
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
- 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,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:21 - 00:13 Sunday 07:41 - 00:13 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Type of shops available: News agent Convenience store
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located in the Concourse at the Moorfields Entrance of the station; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Access to the National key toilets is controlled by the barrier line station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Moorfields Station, Moorfields , Liverpool L2
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:30 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 19:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent. PhotoMe photo booth.
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the platform. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby on Riverside Drive, 200 yards from the station entrance
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