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Museum of Liverpool
Museum on the waterfront exploring the city's social history, transport, sport and global cultural influence.
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
2 h 33 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Euston (EUS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Euston (EUS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 31 trains that leave London Euston (EUS) for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) on Sun, May 31, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 284 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.
C17943 · C17840
C17895 · C17894
C17961 · C17996
C18020 · C17904
C17841 · C17877
W33079
W33072
W33039
W33116
W33045Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Euston (EUS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 176 miles (284 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$89 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m 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 London Euston (EUS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV):
A bus is $66 (€53) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Euston (EUS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) costing on average $89 (€72).
Other travel options to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 53m.
Bus takes on average 5h 35m.
The journey is about 15m faster (3h 53m by train vs 4h 8m by car) and roughly $22 (€18) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($89 (€72) vs $112 (€90)). 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 Avanti West Coast.
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 London Euston (EUS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33542 · W33570 | On time 5:51 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h13 | 9:04 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
C17983 · C17981 | On time 6:33 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h09 | 9:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W33619 | On time 7:33 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h33 | 10:06 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33506 | 7:46 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h37 | 10:23 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17990 · C17932 | On time 7:49 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h28 | 11:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W33386 | On time 8:24 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h40 | 11:04 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17762 · C17867 | On time 8:41 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h01 | 11:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W33477 | On time 8:55 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h28 | 11:23 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33616 | On time 9:27 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h37 | 12:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17994 · C17858 | On time 9:35 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h07 | 12:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W33718 | On time 9:53 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h30 | 12:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33388 | On time 10:32 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h32 | 1:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17859 · C17969 | On time 10:36 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h06 | 1:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W33406 | On time 10:52 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h31 | 1:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33756 | On time 11:28 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h36 | 2:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17982 · C17980 | On time 11:35 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h07 | 2:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W33489 | On time 11:53 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h30 | 2:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33778 | On time 12:21 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h43 | 3:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17860 · C17850 | On time 12:24 PM London Euston (EUS) | 3h18 | 3:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W33493 | On time 12:52 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h31 | 3:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33608 | On time 1:23 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h41 | 4:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17862 · C17973 | On time 1:37 PM London Euston (EUS) | 3h05 | 4:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W33456 | On time 1:52 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h31 | 4:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33442 | On time 2:28 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h36 | 5:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17988 · C17976 | On time 2:42 PM London Euston (EUS) | 3h00 | 5:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W33504 | 2:54 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h29 | 5:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33602 | On time 3:26 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h38 | 6:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17954 · C17861 | On time 3:35 PM London Euston (EUS) | 3h12 | 6:47 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W33384 | On time 3:52 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h43 | 6:35 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33726 | On time 4:26 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h38 | 7:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33486 | On time 4:53 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h30 | 7:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33523 | On time 5:27 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h37 | 8:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17949 · C17896 | On time 5:35 PM London Euston (EUS) | 3h07 | 8:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W33485 | On time 5:50 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h33 | 8:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33432 | On time 6:26 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h40 | 9:06 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17940 · C17933 | On time 6:34 PM London Euston (EUS) | 3h38 | 10:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W33721 | On time 6:53 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h42 | 9:35 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33768 | On time 7:33 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h32 | 10:05 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33790 | On time 8:12 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h35 | 10:47 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from London Euston (EUS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 176 miles (284 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 176 miles (284 km) |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 5:31 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Liverpool Lime Street — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Liverpool Lime Street trip today.
Museum on the waterfront exploring the city's social history, transport, sport and global cultural influence.
Popular immersive exhibition on The Beatles, featuring memorabilia and the band's Liverpool roots.
Large city museum covering natural history, science and world cultures, with family-friendly galleries and a planetarium.
Scenic walking route along the Mersey linking the Pier Head, museums and Royal Albert Dock.
Busy entertainment district tied to Beatles history, popular for atmosphere, music heritage and nightlife.
Open waterfront space beside the Three Graces, excellent for skyline views and iconic city photos.
Liverpool’s signature slow-cooked stew, usually made with beef or lamb, potatoes, carrots, and onions. It is the city’s best-known traditional dish and gave Liverpudlians the nickname Scousers.
A meat-free version of Scouse made with potatoes, carrots, onions, and sometimes beans or lentils. It reflects the city’s working-class home-cooking traditions.
A traditional Liverpool bread pudding made from leftover bread, dried fruit, spices, and tea. It is a nostalgic local dessert found in cafes and bakeries.
Popular restaurant serving Indian small plates in a lively, stylish space. Well known in Liverpool for casual but high-quality dining.
Historic pub near the station, famous for classic British dishes and a grand Victorian interior. A strong choice for trying hearty local fare in an iconic setting.
Well-known independent venue for brunch, tea, and light meals in a relaxed setting on Bold Street. Popular for its character and all-day dining.
Moderate by UK standards. Pubs and casual dining are reasonable, while central hotels and upscale restaurants cost more.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Tipping in pubs and cafés is optional.
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