The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
$90
Average price
$103
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 45 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
283 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Edinburgh will cost around $103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $90.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.
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Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 19m. 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 €25, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 175 miles (283 km)
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€84 Average price | €56 Average price Cheapest |
4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Liverpool to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Edinburgh trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:22 PM Liverpool | 6h21 | 10:43 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:28 PM Liverpool | 5h13 | 10:41 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:13 PM Liverpool | 3h32 | 10:45 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
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C74083 · C74077 | On time 8:13 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h24 | 11:37 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
L08964+ W02933 | On time 8:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h35 | 12:20 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
L36561 · C74084 | On time 9:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h13 | 1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
L08020+ C74084 | On time 9:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h53 | 1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
L08993+ L02369+ C74084 | On time 9:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h47 | 1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
L07090+ W01952 | On time 10:15 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h04 | 2:19 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book Liverpool to Edinburgh trains with Omio?
TransPennine Express as well as Avanti West Coast, LNER and CrossCountry offer trains services from Liverpool to Edinburgh. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Liverpool to Edinburgh.
Why book with Omio vs TransPennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TransPennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, LNER and CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool to Edinburgh.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare TransPennine Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Liverpool to Edinburgh.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While TransPennine Express tickets can be bought on TransPennine Express's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Avanti West Coast, LNER and CrossCountry to help you choose the right option for your journey from Liverpool to Edinburgh.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool to Edinburgh.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Edinburgh
Trains from Liverpool to Edinburgh run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 175 miles (283 km) distance in 3h 24m.
Distance 175 miles (283 km) |
Average train duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 24m |
First train 00:18 |
Last train 23:30 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, LNER, CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Liverpool to Edinburgh trainsTransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, LNER, CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Liverpool and Edinburgh from $29 (€23). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Traveling by train from Liverpool to Edinburgh
The train connection between Liverpool and Edinburgh offers a convenient and scenic way to travel between these two cities. Passengers can choose from several providers, including Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, and London North Eastern Railway. With frequent services available throughout the day, travelers can enjoy comfortable rides while taking in the picturesque landscapes of northern England and southern Scotland along the route.
Train Connection: Liverpool to Edinburgh
The train journey from Liverpool to Edinburgh takes approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes. There are no direct connections available, with an average of 7 trains operating daily between the two cities. Passengers will need to make at least one transfer during their trip.
Liverpool to Edinburgh Train Connection
The first daily journey from Liverpool to Edinburgh departs at 04:33, allowing early travelers to start their day with a scenic train ride. The last departure is scheduled for 19:44, providing an option for those who wish to explore the vibrant culture of both cities before heading back in the evening.
Train Tickets Price for Liverpool to Edinburgh
The cheapest ticket price for a train journey from Liverpool to Edinburgh is €26. The average ticket price typically hovers around €84, making it essential to book in advance or look out for deals if you're aiming to save on your travel expenses.
Exploring Edinburgh: A Journey Through History and Nature
Edinburgh Castle, perched atop Castle Rock, has a rich history dating back to the 12th century and has served as both a royal residence and military stronghold. Its significance lies in being one of Scotland's most iconic symbols, showcasing the nation's tumultuous past through its impressive architecture and historical artifacts like the Honours of Scotland. Unique features include St Margaret’s Chapel—the oldest surviving building in Edinburgh—and panoramic views that offer breathtaking vistas of the city below.
Holyrood Palace stands at the end of Edinburgh's Royal Mile and is an official residence for The Queen when she visits Scotland; it embodies centuries of royal heritage since its establishment in 1501. This magnificent palace holds great significance not only as a home but also as a site where key events in Scottish history unfolded, including Mary Queen of Scots' dramatic life story. Visitors are captivated by unique elements such as beautifully landscaped gardens and opulent state apartments filled with exquisite art collections.
Arthur's Seat is an ancient volcano rising majestically from Holyrood Park, offering visitors stunning natural beauty alongside fascinating geological history that dates back millions of years. As one of Edinburgh’s most beloved landmarks, it holds cultural significance tied to local legends—many believe it's named after King Arthur himself or his knights who once roamed these hills. What sets this landmark apart are its accessible hiking trails leading to sweeping views over the cityscape while providing an escape into nature right within urban surroundings.
FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Edinburgh
- 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 05:25 - 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
- 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
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
- Car Park: No
- 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 automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- 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 Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- 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 in front of the station
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Slateford Road at Platform 2 stair exit
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