The cheapest and fastest trains from Telford Central (TFC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
1 h 59 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Telford Central (TFC) 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 Telford Central (TFC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 5 trains that leave Telford Central (TFC) for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) on Fri, May 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 33 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.
11:18 AM1h59Telford Central (TFC)1:17 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$291One-way0 transfers
10:58 AM2h14Telford Central (TFC)1:12 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$301One-way0 transfers
5:59 AM2h13Telford Central (TFC)8:12 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$371One-way0 transfers
11:25 AM2h33Telford Central (TFC)1:58 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$571One-way0 transfers
7:33 AM2h30Telford Central (TFC)10:03 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$581One-way0 transfers
11:18 AM1h59Telford Central (TFC)1:17 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$291One-way0 transfers
5:59 AM2h13Telford Central (TFC)8:12 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$371One-way0 transfers
10:58 AM2h14Telford Central (TFC)1:12 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$301One-way0 transfers
7:33 AM2h30Telford Central (TFC)10:03 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$581One-way0 transfers
11:25 AM2h33Telford Central (TFC)1:58 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$571One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Telford Central (TFC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Telford Central (TFC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 54 miles (88 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$44 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Telford Central (TFC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV):
A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Telford Central (TFC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) costing on average $48 (€38).
Other travel options to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 51m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (1h 44m by train vs 1h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $48 (€38) compared to roughly $28 (€23) 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
Telford Central (TFC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Telford Central (TFC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W05297 · W05234 | On time 8:16 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 2h01 | 10:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L64472+ W05237 | On time 8:53 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 1h49 | 10:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L64512 · L64846+ G86528 | On time 9:00 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 2h12 | 11:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
W05298 · W05240 | On time 9:18 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 1h59 | 11:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L64474+ W05242 | On time 9:51 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 1h51 | 11:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L64176+ G86540 | On time 9:58 AM Telford Central (TFC) | 2h14 | 12:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Telford Central (TFC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Trains from Telford Central (TFC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 21:51. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (88 km) distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 54 miles (88 km) |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 5:02 AM |
Last train 9:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Telford Central (TFC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Telford Central (TFC) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from $18 (€14). 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 Telford Central (TFC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Telford Central (TFC) 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 Telford Central (TFC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 None
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 06:00-19:00 and Sunday 10:00-17:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: At the public service bus stop outside the front of the station.
- 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.
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