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Blists Hill Victorian Town
Award-winning museum inside restored 19th-century furnaces, explaining ironmaking and the industrial story that changed the world.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Telford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Telford will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Telford without transferring at least once.
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Trains from Liverpool to Telford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (89 km) distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 55 miles (89 km) |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€19) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 10:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Liverpool to Telford.
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Telford trains for today, Sunday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:33 PM Liverpool | 2h08 | 4:41 PM Telford | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:33 PM Liverpool | 2h08 | 5:41 PM Telford | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:33 PM Liverpool | 2h08 | 6:41 PM Telford | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:33 PM Liverpool | 2h08 | 7:41 PM Telford | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:33 PM Liverpool | 2h16 | 8:49 PM Telford | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:33 PM Liverpool | 2h08 | 9:41 PM Telford | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:33 PM Liverpool | 2h22 | 10:55 PM Telford | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:43 PM Liverpool | 2h12 | 10:55 PM Telford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:33 PM Liverpool | 2h42 | 12:15 AM Telford | 1 transfer | |
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C16913+ G38866+ C16883 | 6:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h08 | 8:16 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 2 transfers | |
C16913+ G38352 | 6:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h50 | 7:58 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 1 transfer | |
C16915+ W45217 | 6:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h20 | 8:53 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 1 transfer | |
C16915 · C16987 | 6:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h00 | 8:33 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 1 transfer | |
C16917+ G38868+ C16885 | 7:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h08 | 9:18 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 2 transfers | |
C16917+ G38585 | 7:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h49 | 8:59 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 1 transfer | |
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Award-winning museum inside restored 19th-century furnaces, explaining ironmaking and the industrial story that changed the world.
Outstanding museum on the bridge’s construction, engineering, and global importance, housed beside the world-famous Iron Bridge.
Large science and engineering museum with interactive displays on power, transport, and innovation across the Severn Gorge.
UNESCO-listed gorge with museums, villages, riverside walks, and industrial landmarks; the essential area to explore in Telford.
Wooded hill and classic local hike with panoramic summit views over Shropshire, popular with walkers and photographers.
Large urban park with lakes, play areas, events, and easy paths, ideal for families near Telford town centre.
A Shropshire blue-veined cheese with a creamy texture and rich, tangy flavour. It is one of the county's best-known traditional foods.
A traditional Shropshire fruit loaf packed with dried fruit and spice. It is commonly eaten sliced with butter or local cheese.
A classic regional cake or biscuit scented with lemon, often crisp and buttery. It is closely associated with Shropshire tea tables.
Established fine dining restaurant in Ironbridge with polished British cooking and a refined, intimate atmosphere.
Classic traditional pub in Ironbridge offering hearty British dishes, cask ales, and a characterful heritage setting.
Popular independent steakhouse in Telford Centre, known for grilled meats, cocktails, and a lively modern setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Telford Central -> Telford Town Centre, Telford
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Telford 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 Telford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Liverpool to Telford trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Telford Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Telford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
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 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.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
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 options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Telford Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Telford Central.
Ticket office support is available at Telford Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Telford Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Telford Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Telford Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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: No.
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