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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Central (LVC)
Cheapest price
$108
Average price
$118
Fastest journey
3 h 51 m
Average duration
4 h 7 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
287 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Central (LVC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Central (LVC) will cost around $118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $108.
Of the 2 trains that leave London Waterloo (WAT) for Liverpool Central (LVC) on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 287 km distance in an average of 4 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 23 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Central (LVC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Central (LVC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €51.
Distance: 178 miles (287 km)
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Live departures
London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Central (LVC) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Central (LVC) trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:25 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h29 | 10:54 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:18 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h36 | 11:54 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:06 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h14 | 12:20 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Central (LVC) by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Central (LVC)
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Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Central (LVC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€51) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 09:27. The fastest train covers the 178 miles (287 km) distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 178 miles (287 km) |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€51) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 07:05 |
Last train 09:27 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Central (LVC) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and Liverpool Central (LVC) from $10 (€8). 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 Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Central (LVC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Central (LVC) 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 Central (LVC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Central (LVC)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- 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” All platforms can be accessed via lift
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
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