The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price on Sep 05
$108
Average ticket price on Sep 05
$121
Fastest journey on Sep 05
3 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
4 h 17 m
Trains on Sep 05
5
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $108.
It's difficult to get from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) without transferring at least once.
W33585+
C07962+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+
P662008:43 AM4h15Stansted Airport (SSD)12:58 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1081One-way3 transfers
W33718+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+
P662008:43 AM3h40Stansted Airport (SSD)12:23 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1151One-way2 transfers
W33388+
P67519+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston9:11 AM3h53Stansted Airport (SSD)1:04 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1151One-way2 transfers
W33616+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+
P661768:11 AM3h53Stansted Airport (SSD)12:04 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1191One-way2 transfers
C04457+
P668118:46 AM5h43Stansted Airport (SSD)2:29 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1461One-way1 transfer
W33718+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+
P662008:43 AM3h40Stansted Airport (SSD)12:23 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1151One-way2 transfers
W33388+
P67519+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston9:11 AM3h53Stansted Airport (SSD)1:04 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1151One-way2 transfers
W33616+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+
P661768:11 AM3h53Stansted Airport (SSD)12:04 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1191One-way2 transfers
W33585+
C07962+
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+
P662008:43 AM4h15Stansted Airport (SSD)12:58 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1081One-way3 transfers
C04457+
P668118:46 AM5h43Stansted Airport (SSD)2:29 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1461One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, while a train costs an average of $90.
Distance: 171 miles (276 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$90 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $95 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m 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 Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV):
A bus is $51 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) costing on average $90 (€72).
Other travel options to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 4m.
Tickets start at around $90 (€72) compared to roughly $95 (€77) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6 (€5). The journey takes 4h 25m versus 3h 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34030+ P66435+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston | Delayed 3:43 PM 3:11 PMStansted Airport (SSD) | 3h54 | 7:05 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+ C01318+ C24972+ P66435 | On time 3:11 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h48 | 6:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4 transfers | |
C01308+ P66447+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston | Delayed 4:07 PM 3:43 PMStansted Airport (SSD) | 3h40 | 7:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
C04474+ P01164 | Delayed 3:48 PM 3:46 PMStansted Airport (SSD) | 5h44 | 9:30 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+ W34169+ C24975+ P66453 | On time 3:57 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4h04 | 8:01 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4 transfers | |
W34169+ C24975+ G38535+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston | Delayed 4:30 PM 4:11 PMStansted Airport (SSD) | 3h50 | 8:01 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4 transfers | |
| Saturday, September 5 | |||||
W33616+ P66176+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston | 8:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h53 | 12:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
W33718+ P66200+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston | 8:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h40 | 12:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
W33585+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+ C07962+ P66200 | 8:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4h15 | 12:58 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 transfers | |
C04457+ P66811 | 8:46 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 5h43 | 2:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W33388+ P67519+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston | 9:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h53 | 1:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $67 (€54) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 18:11. The fastest train covers the 171 miles (276 km) distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 171 miles (276 km) |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€54) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 6:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country, Greater Anglia from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsAvanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country, Greater Anglia trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from $33 (€27). 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 Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the London Euston to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare London Stansted 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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