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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
3 h 8 m
Average duration
3 h 9 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
287 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.
It's difficult to get from London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) without transferring at least once.
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+
W332667:43 AM3h35London Waterloo (WAT)11:18 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$911One-way1 transfer- Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W333529:39 AM3h39London Waterloo (WAT)1:18 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1261One-way1 transfer
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W333538:39 AM3h39London Waterloo (WAT)12:18 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1261One-way1 transfer
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W3327011:55 AM3h09London Waterloo (WAT)3:04 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1261One-way1 transfer
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W3328810:39 AM3h25London Waterloo (WAT)2:04 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1261One-way1 transfer
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W3312612:56 PM3h08London Waterloo (WAT)4:04 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1261One-way1 transfer
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W331352:56 PM3h08London Waterloo (WAT)6:04 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1261One-way1 transfer
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W331901:56 PM3h08London Waterloo (WAT)5:04 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1261One-way1 transfer
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W3327011:55 AM3h09London Waterloo (WAT)3:04 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1261One-way1 transfer
- Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W330383:53 PM3h11London Waterloo (WAT)7:04 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1261One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $42.
Distance: 178 miles (287 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$82 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $136 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m 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 Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV):
A bus is $66 (€54) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) costing on average $82 (€67).
Other travel options to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 16m.
The journey is about 28m faster (3h 45m by train vs 4h 13m by car) and roughly $54 (€45) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($82 (€67) vs $136 (€112)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33570+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | Delayed 5:33 AM 5:53 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT) | 3h11 | 9:04 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
 C17983 · C17981+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 6:00 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h43 | 9:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
| W33791+C18026+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 6:53 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h24 | 10:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
| W33506+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 7:27 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h08 | 10:35 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33695+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+C17932 | 7:55 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h22 | 11:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
| W33477+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 8:27 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h59 | 11:26 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33718+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 9:26 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h00 | 12:26 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33406+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 10:28 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h07 | 1:35 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33724+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+C17956 | 10:56 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h21 | 2:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€35) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:56, the last at 18:32. The fastest train covers the 178 miles (287 km) distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 178 miles (287 km) |
Average train duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€35) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 5:56 AM |
Last train 6:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Chiltern Railways from London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Lime Street (LIV)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) 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.
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Popular train stations from London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the London Euston to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: 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.
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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