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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.
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 $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $2.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 5 trains from Liverpool to Warrington, including 5 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 37 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.

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Trains from Liverpool to Warrington run on average 10 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 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 24m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Liverpool to Warrington.
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Warrington trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W84725 | On time 6:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h24 | 6:43 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24223 | On time 6:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h37 | 6:59 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04380 | On time 6:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h28 | 7:19 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G86272 | On time 6:56 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h36 | 7:32 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84730 | On time 7:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h24 | 7:43 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24227 | On time 7:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h37 | 7:59 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24929+ G38421 | On time 7:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h52 | 8:16 PM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) | 1 transfer | |
C04382 | On time 7:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h28 | 8:19 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G86274 | On time 7:56 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h36 | 8:32 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84737 | On time 8:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h24 | 8:43 PM Warrington Central (WAC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:17 AM Liverpool | 0h37 | 5:54 AM Warrington | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:56 AM Liverpool | 0h36 | 7:32 AM Warrington | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:56 AM Liverpool | 0h36 | 8:32 AM Warrington | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Liverpool to Warrington with Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, and East Midlands Railway. High-speed trains available on this route with Transpennine Express and East Midlands Railway. Regional trains available on this route with Northern Rail and East Midlands Railway. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in 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.
Kirkdale is 3 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Kirkdale 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 options are available at Kirkdale.
Ticket office support is available at Kirkdale. 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 Kirkdale: Parking, WC.
Available at Kirkdale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kirkdale: 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” Access to the Ticket Office is step free, both platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible toilets: Yes, 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.
Check train stations information for Liverpool and Warrington, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.