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Warrington Museum & Art Gallery
Warrington's main museum with local history, archaeology, and changing exhibitions. A strong introduction to the town's heritage and one of its top cultural stops.
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
24 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Warrington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Warrington will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 12 trains that leave Liverpool for Warrington on Wed, Aug 05, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 28 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.
W84719
W84725
G86264
G86269
G86267
W84725
W84712
W84719
C21581
C21806Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Warrington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $1, and a bus costs an average of $5.
Distance: 16 miles (26 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$5 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Warrington:
A train is $1 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Liverpool to Warrington costing on average $6.
Other travel options to Warrington take longer:
Bus takes on average 40m.
The journey is about 1m faster (39m by train vs 40m by car) and roughly $2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($5 vs $7). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Warrington trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G86264 | 3:56 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h36 | 4:32 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84712 | 4:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h24 | 4:43 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24214 | 4:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h37 | 4:59 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15948+ G38393 | 4:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h52 | 5:16 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) | 1 transfer | |
C21806 | 4:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h28 | 5:19 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G86267 | 4:56 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 5:34 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84719 | 5:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h28 | 5:47 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24219 | 5:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h37 | 5:59 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24924+ G38398 | 5:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h54 | 6:18 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) | 1 transfer | |
C21581 | 5:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h28 | 6:19 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G86269 | 5:56 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h36 | 6:32 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84725 | 6:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h24 | 6:43 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Liverpool to Warrington run on average 9 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $1 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (26 km) distance in 31m.
Distance 16 miles (26 km) |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $1 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Discover the best of Warrington — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Warrington trip today.
Warrington's main museum with local history, archaeology, and changing exhibitions. A strong introduction to the town's heritage and one of its top cultural stops.
Specialist collection of local transport and motoring heritage, usually seen through enthusiast events and displays. Best for visitors interested in engineering history.
Small heritage museum in Lymm focused on village history, people, and local industries. A rewarding stop for visitors exploring the conservation area and canal.
Warrington's signature Victorian park with formal gardens, play areas, and broad lawns. A classic local favorite for relaxing walks and riverside green space.
Large historic parkland estate with formal gardens, woodland walks, and family attractions. One of the area's most popular green escapes for all ages.
Attractive canal-side village core with stone bridge, independent shops, and waterside paths. Ideal for a scenic stroll and a feel for historic Cheshire character.
A Cheshire classic of crumbly cow's milk cheese from the county around Warrington, prized for its mild, tangy flavour and long regional history.
Traditional oatcakes eaten across Cheshire and nearby counties, often served warm with cheese or breakfast fillings. A simple local staple worth trying.
A hearty baked potato pie linked with north-west England, usually filled with sliced potatoes and onion. It is a classic comfort food in local pubs and homes.
Popular Brazilian-style grill in Warrington offering skewered meats, buffet options and a lively casual atmosphere suited to groups and hearty appetites.
Canal-side pub and dining room in Lymm near Warrington, serving refined British dishes in a relaxed historic atmosphere with a strong local reputation.
Well-known independent Italian restaurant with a long-standing local following, serving pasta, pizza and classic mains in a friendly neighbourhood setting.
Moderate for UK city travel: hotels often cost less than London, dining is standard UK pricing, and local buses or trains are manageable for most visitors.
Service is often included at restaurants; if not, 10% is typical for good service. Round up taxi fares. Cafe tipping is optional, usually small change.
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Warrington Central -> Golden Square Shopping Centre, Warrington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Warrington 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 Warrington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Liverpool to Warrington trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Warrington Central station pair, with some services arriving at Warrington Bank Quay. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Warrington 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 South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
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.
Edge Hill is 2 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Edge Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink options are available at Edge Hill.
Ticket office support is available at Edge Hill.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edge Hill: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edge Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station. Access to the station is via a hundred metre cobbled street slope or uneven pavement down to the ticket office. Platform 1 - has level access for train to Manchester Victoria, St Helens, Wigan, Preston and Warrington Bank Quay. Platform 2 - has level access for trains to Liverpool from Crewe/ Manchester Airport via Newton-le-Willows Platform 3 - down 20 steps to level under-pass and then up 20 steps to the platform for trains to Warrington Central and Manchester Piccadilly. Platform 4 - down 20 steps to level under-pass and then up 20 steps to the platform for trains to Liverpool from Manchester Oxford Road via Warrington (Stations), 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Warrington Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Warrington Central.
Ticket office support is available at Warrington Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warrington Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Warrington Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access is available to both platforms at the station. Customer Lifts are available from first to last train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Warrington Bank Quay is 1 km from Warrington city centre. Public transport options include:
Warrington Bank Quay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, 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 Warrington Bank Quay.
Wi-Fi is available at Warrington Bank Quay. ATMs are available at Warrington Bank Quay.
Ticket office support is available at Warrington Bank Quay. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warrington Bank Quay: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warrington Bank Quay: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Bank Quay: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: Yes.
Padgate is 2 km from Warrington city centre. Public transport options include:
Padgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Padgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Padgate: Parking.
Available at Padgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Padgate: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level Access via 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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