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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price
$85
Average price
$115
Fastest journey
3 h 36 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
Of the 7 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) on Sun, Jul 19, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 19 the direct trains cover the 314 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 36 m .
On Sun, Jul 19 the slowest trains will take 5 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.
5:50 AM7h14London Gatwick Airport1:04 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$851One-way0 transfers
8:20 AM4h55London Gatwick Airport1:15 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1051One-way0 transfers- 7:20 AM5h09London Gatwick Airport12:29 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1071One-way0 transfers
- 12:44 PM3h37London Gatwick Airport4:21 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1131One-way0 transfers
- 7:05 AM5h10London Gatwick Airport12:15 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1271One-way0 transfers
- 12:45 PM3h36London Gatwick Airport4:21 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1321One-way0 transfers
- 12:44 PM3h37London Gatwick Airport4:21 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1131One-way0 transfers
- 11:43 AM3h38London Gatwick Airport3:21 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1351One-way0 transfers
- 8:20 AM4h55London Gatwick Airport1:15 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1051One-way0 transfers
- 7:20 AM5h09London Gatwick Airport12:29 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1071One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 195 miles (314 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$110 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $102 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m 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 Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV):
A bus is $81 (€66) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) costing on average $110 (€91).
Other travel options to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 10m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (3h 57m by train vs 4h 18m by car). Tickets start at around $110 (€91) compared to roughly $102 (€84) 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
London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33532+ Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+ W45697+C17766 | 9:16 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4h01 | 1:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 transfers | |
| W33406+C02740+Tube from London Bridge to London Euston | 9:46 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h49 | 1:35 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 20:43. The fastest train covers the 195 miles (314 km) distance in 3h 27m.
Distance 195 miles (314 km) |
Average train duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€47) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 5:46 AM |
Last train 8:43 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink, CrossCountry from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink, CrossCountry trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from $21 (€17). 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 London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the London Euston to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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.
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