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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Northwich
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Northwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Northwich will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Northwich without transferring at least once.
5:38 AM1h19Liverpool6:57 AMNorthwich$171One-way1 transfer- 6:08 AM1h35Liverpool7:43 AMNorthwich$171One-way1 transfer
- 7:57 AM1h25Liverpool9:22 AMNorthwich$171One-way1 transfer
- 8:13 AM2h08Liverpool10:21 AMNorthwich$171One-way1 transfer
- 5:38 AM1h19Liverpool6:57 AMNorthwich$171One-way1 transfer
- 7:57 AM1h25Liverpool9:22 AMNorthwich$171One-way1 transfer
- 6:08 AM1h35Liverpool7:43 AMNorthwich$171One-way1 transfer
- 8:13 AM2h08Liverpool10:21 AMNorthwich$171One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Northwich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Northwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a bus costs an average of $23.
Distance: 21 miles (35 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Northwich:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Liverpool to Northwich costing on average $23 (€19).
Other travel options to Northwich take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 56m.
Tickets start at around $20 (€16) compared to roughly $10 (€8) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-9.88 (€-8.12). The journey takes 1h 16m versus 53m 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 Northwich train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Northwich trains for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 11:02 AM Liverpool | 1h26 | 12:28 PM Northwich | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 9 | |||||
| 5:38 AM Liverpool | 1h19 | 6:57 AM Northwich | 1 transfer | |
| 6:08 AM Liverpool | 1h35 | 7:43 AM Northwich | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Northwich
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Trains from Liverpool to Northwich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 21 miles (35 km) distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 21 miles (35 km) |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 5:38 AM |
Last train 10:29 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Mersey Rail, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail from Liverpool to Northwich trainsMersey Rail, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail trains will get you between Liverpool and Northwich from $14 (€11). 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 Northwich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Northwich 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 Northwich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Northwich
Most Liverpool to Northwich trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Northwich station pair, with some services arriving at Greenbank. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Northwich 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 South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. 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 South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: 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 are accessible via lifts, 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: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
Which Northwich station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to Northwich from Northwich city centre
Northwich is 1 km from Northwich city centre. Public transport options include:
Northwich train station facilities and services
Northwich has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Northwich: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Northwich: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Northwich: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, Level access to Manchester platform only. Access via stepped footbridge to Chester platform. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Greenbank from Northwich city centre
Greenbank is 1 km from Northwich city centre. Public transport options include:
Greenbank train station facilities and services
Greenbank has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Greenbank.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Greenbank: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Greenbank: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - Chester Platform: Step free access through gate from public highway down sloping footpath with handrails onto platform. Manchester platform: Level access from station front through gate onto platform. There are also steps up to main road bridge. Access between platforms is via main road bridge. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp, 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 ticket machines note: Platform 1, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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