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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Whiston
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
17 m
Average duration
33 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Whiston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Whiston will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 5 trains that leave Liverpool for Whiston on Tue, Jul 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 21 the direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
On Tue, Jul 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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.
6:00 AM0h18Liverpool6:18 AMWhiston$71One-way0 transfers- 7:00 AM0h17Liverpool7:17 AMWhiston$71One-way0 transfers
- 7:28 AM0h18Liverpool7:46 AMWhiston$71One-way0 transfers
5:20 AM0h41Liverpool6:01 AMWhiston$331One-way1 transfer- 6:24 AM1h09Liverpool7:33 AMWhiston$371One-way1 transfer
- 7:00 AM0h17Liverpool7:17 AMWhiston$71One-way0 transfers
- 6:00 AM0h18Liverpool6:18 AMWhiston$71One-way0 transfers
- 7:28 AM0h18Liverpool7:46 AMWhiston$71One-way0 transfers
- 5:20 AM0h41Liverpool6:01 AMWhiston$331One-way1 transfer
- 6:24 AM1h09Liverpool7:33 AMWhiston$371One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Whiston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Whiston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 8 miles (13 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price | $5 Average price Cheapest | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Whiston:
A bus is $14 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Whiston costing on average $19 (€16).
Other travel options to Whiston take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 4m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (18m by train vs 28m by car). Tickets start at around $19 (€16) compared to roughly $3 (€3) 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.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
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 Whiston train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Whiston trains for today, Monday, July 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:23 AM Liverpool | 0h44 | 9:07 AM Whiston | 1 transfer | |
| 9:00 AM Liverpool | 0h17 | 9:17 AM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:24 AM Liverpool | 1h09 | 10:33 AM Whiston | 1 transfer | |
| 10:00 AM Liverpool | 0h17 | 10:17 AM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:24 AM Liverpool | 1h09 | 11:33 AM Whiston | 1 transfer | |
| 11:00 AM Liverpool | 0h17 | 11:17 AM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:24 AM Liverpool | 1h10 | 12:34 PM Whiston | 1 transfer | |
| 12:00 PM Liverpool | 0h17 | 12:17 PM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:24 PM Liverpool | 1h10 | 1:34 PM Whiston | 1 transfer | |
| 1:00 PM Liverpool | 0h17 | 1:17 PM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:24 PM Liverpool | 1h09 | 2:33 PM Whiston | 1 transfer | |
| 2:00 PM Liverpool | 0h17 | 2:17 PM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:24 PM Liverpool | 1h09 | 3:33 PM Whiston | 1 transfer | |
| 3:00 PM Liverpool | 0h17 | 3:17 PM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:24 PM Liverpool | 1h09 | 4:33 PM Whiston | 1 transfer | |
| 4:00 PM Liverpool | 0h17 | 4:17 PM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:30 PM Liverpool | 0h18 | 4:48 PM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:00 PM Liverpool | 0h17 | 5:17 PM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:24 PM Liverpool | 0h43 | 6:07 PM Whiston | 1 transfer | |
| 6:00 PM Liverpool | 0h17 | 6:17 PM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:31 PM Liverpool | 0h19 | 6:50 PM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:00 PM Liverpool | 0h17 | 7:17 PM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:24 PM Liverpool | 1h09 | 8:33 PM Whiston | 1 transfer | |
| 8:00 PM Liverpool | 0h17 | 8:17 PM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:54 PM Liverpool | 0h39 | 9:33 PM Whiston | 1 transfer | |
| 9:03 PM Liverpool | 0h18 | 9:21 PM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:49 PM Liverpool | 0h44 | 10:33 PM Whiston | 1 transfer | |
| 10:01 PM Liverpool | 0h17 | 10:18 PM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:00 PM Liverpool | 0h18 | 11:18 PM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:30 PM Liverpool | 0h18 | 11:48 PM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:20 AM Liverpool | 0h41 | 6:01 AM Whiston | 1 transfer | |
| 6:00 AM Liverpool | 0h18 | 6:18 AM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:24 AM Liverpool | 1h09 | 7:33 AM Whiston | 1 transfer | |
| 7:00 AM Liverpool | 0h17 | 7:17 AM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:28 AM Liverpool | 0h18 | 7:46 AM Whiston | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Whiston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Whiston run on average 4 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 8 miles (13 km) distance in 16m.
Distance 8 miles (13 km) |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Liverpool to Whiston trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool and Whiston from $5 (€4). 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 Whiston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Whiston 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 Whiston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Whiston
Most Liverpool to Whiston trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Whiston station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Whiston 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 Wavertree Technology Park from Liverpool city centre
Wavertree Technology Park is 3 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Wavertree Technology Park train station facilities and services
Wavertree Technology Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wavertree Technology Park.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wavertree Technology Park: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wavertree Technology Park.
Getting to Broad Green from Liverpool city centre
Broad Green is 5 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Broad Green train station facilities and services
Broad Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Broad Green.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Broad Green.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Broad Green: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Broad Green: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Broad Green: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, To Liverpool platform : level access from street level. To Wigan platform via footpath from Seymour Road or Jubilee Avenue from ticket office under road bridge and first left, 500 metres. Or via underpass 32 steps level under the track then 30 steps, 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.
Which Whiston station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to Whiston from Whiston city centre
Whiston train station facilities and services
Whiston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Whiston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Whiston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Whiston: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Whiston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level access to Liverpool platform. Ramped access to Manchester platform, 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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