The cheapest and fastest trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 5 trains that leave Stoke-on-Trent for Liverpool on Tue, Dec 23, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 69 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 37 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 42 miles (69 km)
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€20 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:04 AM Stoke-on-Trent | 1h40 | 6:44 AM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:08 AM Stoke-on-Trent | 2h09 | 9:17 AM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:49 AM Stoke-on-Trent | 1h40 | 9:29 AM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:07 AM Stoke-on-Trent | 1h35 | 9:42 AM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:37 PM Stoke-on-Trent | 1h27 | 6:04 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool by bus or train
Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool trains with Omio?
Avanti West Coast as well as West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3) and East Midlands Trains offer trains services from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool.
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3) and East Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Avanti West Coast tickets can be bought on Avanti West Coast's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3) and East Midlands Trains to help you choose the right option for your journey from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool
Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (69 km) distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 42 miles (69 km) |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 04:35 |
Last train 23:47 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, TransPennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, TransPennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Stoke-on-Trent and Liverpool from $9 (€7). 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:00 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:55 - 20:30
- Car Park: Stoke on Trent Car Park 3 (Adjacent to Platform 2/3)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 2. The National key toilet is located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 & 2
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: all platforms
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- 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 for details. Wheelchair users may need assistance on Platform 1 as there are no lowered kerbs on the pavements and the gradient of the ramp to the platform is steep. The gradient of the ramp to Platform 2 is moderate. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible taxis: Euro 01782 314444
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance.
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- 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.
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located in the main concourse.
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
- 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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