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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Ellesmere Port
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
3 h 23 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Ellesmere Port is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Ellesmere Port will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 1 trains that leave London for Ellesmere Port on Mon, Jun 29, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 29 the direct trains cover the 272 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 23 m .
On Mon, Jun 29 the slowest trains will take 3 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.
10:07 AM3h23London1:30 PMEllesmere Port$681One-way0 transfers
- 10:07 AM3h23London1:30 PMEllesmere Port$681One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Ellesmere Port
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Ellesmere Port among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $74.
Distance: 169 miles (272 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$71 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $154 Average price | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Ellesmere Port:
A bus is $52 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Ellesmere Port costing on average $71 (€58).
A bus is $136 (€112) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Ellesmere Port costing on average $154 (€127).
Other travel options to Ellesmere Port take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 49m.
Bus takes on average 5h 51m.
You'll arrive about 1h 17m sooner (2h 49m by train vs 4h 6m by car). Tickets start at around $71 (€58) compared to roughly $70 (€58) 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 to Ellesmere Port train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Ellesmere Port trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:07 AM London | 3h23 | 1:30 PM Ellesmere Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Ellesmere Port
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Ellesmere Port run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 (€48) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 20:49. The fastest train covers the 169 miles (272 km) distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 169 miles (272 km) |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€48) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 6:09 AM |
Last train 8:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from London to Ellesmere Port trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between London and Ellesmere Port from $13 (€11). 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 to Ellesmere Port
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Ellesmere Port 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 Ellesmere Port, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Ellesmere Port
Most London to Ellesmere Port trains use the London Euston to Ellesmere Port station pair, with some services arriving at Overpool. Use this guide to compare London and Ellesmere Port train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Euston from London city centre
London Euston train station facilities and services
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, 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: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
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 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Ellesmere Port station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to Ellesmere Port from Ellesmere Port city centre
Ellesmere Port train station facilities and services
Ellesmere Port has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ellesmere Port.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ellesmere Port. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ellesmere Port: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ellesmere Port: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ellesmere Port: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B: “This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only – please check details.”Access to the Liverpool platform from the car park is step free. Footbridge only to other platform. Please note, assistance can only be provided between 06.05 and 14.00 when station is staffed, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Overpool from Ellesmere Port city centre
Overpool is 1 km from Ellesmere Port city centre. Public transport options include:
Overpool train station facilities and services
Overpool has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Overpool.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Overpool: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Overpool: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” This station is unstaffed. You will need to book assistance in advance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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