4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Ellesmere Port
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Ellesmere Port is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Ellesmere Port will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 2 trains that leave Liverpool for Ellesmere Port on Tue, Jun 30, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 30 the direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
On Tue, Jun 30 the slowest trains will take 38 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.
6:00 AM0h38Liverpool6:38 AMEllesmere Port$61One-way0 transfers- 6:30 AM0h38Liverpool7:08 AMEllesmere Port$61One-way0 transfers
- 6:00 AM0h38Liverpool6:38 AMEllesmere Port$61One-way0 transfers
- 6:30 AM0h38Liverpool7:08 AMEllesmere Port$61One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Ellesmere Port
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Ellesmere Port among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 9 miles (16 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Ellesmere Port:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Ellesmere Port costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Ellesmere Port take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 9m.
Tickets start at around $11 (€9) compared to roughly $9 (€7) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-2.35 (€-1.94). The journey takes 36m versus 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Liverpool to Ellesmere Port train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Ellesmere Port trains for today, Monday, June 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 5:24 PM Liverpool | 0h36 | 6:00 PM Ellesmere Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Ellesmere Port
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Ellesmere Port run on average 6 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 9 miles (16 km) distance in 36m.
Distance 9 miles (16 km) |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 5:40 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Mersey Rail, Merseyrail from Liverpool to Ellesmere Port trainsMersey Rail, Merseyrail trains will get you between Liverpool and Ellesmere Port from $4 (€3). 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 to Ellesmere Port
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Ellesmere Port 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 Ellesmere Port, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Ellesmere Port
Most Liverpool to Ellesmere Port trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Ellesmere Port station pair, with some services arriving at Overpool. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Ellesmere Port train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
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.
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: 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.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: 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.
Which Ellesmere Port station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to Ellesmere Port from Ellesmere Port city centre
Ellesmere Port train station facilities and services
Ellesmere Port has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ellesmere Port.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ellesmere Port. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ellesmere Port: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ellesmere Port: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ellesmere Port: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B: “This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only – please check details.”Access to the Liverpool platform from the car park is step free. Footbridge only to other platform. Please note, assistance can only be provided between 06.05 and 14.00 when station is staffed, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: Yes.
Getting to Overpool from Ellesmere Port city centre
Overpool is 1 km from Ellesmere Port city centre. Public transport options include:
Overpool train station facilities and services
Overpool has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Overpool.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Overpool: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Overpool: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” This station is unstaffed. You will need to book assistance in advance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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