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Museum of Liverpool
Major social history museum on the waterfront covering Liverpool's global trade, culture, sport and everyday life.
Cheapest price
$186
Average price
$206
Fastest journey
4 h 31 m
Average duration
5 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
267 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Taunton to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taunton to Liverpool will cost around $206 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $186.
Of the 2 trains that leave Taunton for Liverpool on Sun, Jul 12, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 267 km distance in an average of 5 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 31 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 5 h 44 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Taunton to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $75.
Distance: 165 miles (267 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$177 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Taunton to Liverpool:
A bus is $140 (€115) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Taunton to Liverpool costing on average $177 (€146).
Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 23m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (4h 0m by train vs 4h 9m by car). Tickets start at around $177 (€146) compared to roughly $75 (€62) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Taunton to Liverpool trains for tomorrow, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:27 AM Taunton | 5h44 | 1:11 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:53 PM Taunton | 4h31 | 6:24 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Taunton to Liverpool run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€62) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 19:53. The fastest train covers the 165 miles (267 km) distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 165 miles (267 km) |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€62) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 7:53 PM |
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Moderate by UK standards. Pubs and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and central dining cost more on weekends and match days.
Around 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up in taxis. Not expected for counter service, but small tips are appreciated in bars and cafes.
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Liverpool Lime Street, Liverpool -> Liverpool ONE Bus Station, Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taunton 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.

Most Taunton to Liverpool trains use the Taunton to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool James Street. Use this guide to compare Taunton and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Taunton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Taunton.
Wi-Fi is available at Taunton. ATMs are available at Taunton.
Ticket office support is available at Taunton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Taunton: Parking, WC.
Available at Taunton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Taunton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via subway and the lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Please request staff assistance. No public phones are accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
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 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.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street 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 options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: 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”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Mossley Hill is 5 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Mossley Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Mossley Hill.
Ticket office support is available at Mossley Hill.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mossley Hill: Parking.
Available at Mossley Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mossley Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Access to platforms down a long slope with no rest platforms but the station is fully accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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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