The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Ulverston
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
2 h 52 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Ulverston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Ulverston will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 1 trains that leave Liverpool for Ulverston on Thu, Jun 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 52 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 52 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.
8:39 AM2h52Liverpool11:31 AMUlverston$321One-way0 transfers
8:39 AM2h52Liverpool11:31 AMUlverston$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Ulverston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Ulverston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $27, and a bus costs an average of $48.
Distance: 54 miles (88 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Ulverston:
A train is $15 (€12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Liverpool to Ulverston costing on average $55 (€44).
Other travel options to Ulverston take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 52m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (1h 55m by train vs 1h 57m by car). Tickets start at around $40 (€32) compared to roughly $35 (€28) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Liverpool to Ulverston train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Ulverston trains for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:39 AM Liverpool | 2h52 | 10:31 AM Ulverston | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:39 AM Liverpool | 2h52 | 11:31 AM Ulverston | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:39 AM Liverpool | 3h21 | 1:00 PM Ulverston | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:39 AM Liverpool | 2h02 | 12:41 PM Ulverston | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Liverpool to Ulverston by train or bus
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Why should you book Liverpool to Ulverston trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool to Ulverston.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool to Ulverston.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Ulverston
Trains from Liverpool to Ulverston run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (88 km) distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 54 miles (88 km) |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 9:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Liverpool to Ulverston trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Liverpool and Ulverston from $27 (€22). 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 Ulverston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Ulverston 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 Ulverston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Ulverston
- 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
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Parking is available with limited spaces, open 24/7.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- The Farmers Ulverston
- The Sun Inn
- 24 places, not covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is a small facility with a single building housing the ticket office and waiting area, with platforms accessible via a footbridge.
- Bus: Local bus services available
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