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The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for Jun 18

Cheapest price

$55

Average price

$66

Fastest journey

2 h 9 m

Average duration

2 h 23 m

Trains per day

Distance

139 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from York to Liverpool will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave York for Liverpool on Wed, Jun 18, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 139 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .

On Wed, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 45 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.

C26862 · C26363

09:19AM2h45

York station (YRK)

12:04PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

$551One-way

1 transfer

C26221 · C27200

08:55AM2h21

York station (YRK)

11:16AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

$551One-way

1 transfer

C27200

08:50AM2h26

York station (YRK)

11:16AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

$551One-way

0 transfers

C27203

07:50AM2h09

York station (YRK)

09:59AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

$551One-way

0 transfers

C27206

06:49AM2h16

York station (YRK)

09:05AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

$551One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for York to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus
€35 Average price	€14 Average price Cheapest
2h 40m Average duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 33m Average duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

York to Liverpool train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 18

Last updated at 11:04 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
C27206	Delayed 6:05 AM 5:49 AMYork station (YRK)	2h16	8:05 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	0 transfersDirect
C27203	Delayed 7:04 AM 6:50 AMYork station (YRK)	2h09	8:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	0 transfersDirect
C26238 · C27125	On time 6:56 AM York station (YRK)	3h04	10:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	1 transfer
C27200	Delayed 8:05 AM 7:50 AMYork station (YRK)	2h26	10:16 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	0 transfersDirect
C26221 · C27200	On time 7:55 AM York station (YRK)	2h21	10:16 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	1 transfer
C26862 · C26363	On time 8:19 AM York station (YRK)	2h45	11:04 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	1 transfer
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from York to Liverpool?

The best time to book your train from York to Liverpool is 42 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the York to Liverpool route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from York to Liverpool per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from York to Liverpool.

Trains

from $31

Buses

from $25

Journey information

Overview: Train from York to Liverpool

United Kingdom

Trains from York to Liverpool run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $7 (€5)

Distance

85 miles (138 km)

Average train duration

2h 10m

Cheapest ticket price

$13 (€10)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 53m

First train

01:31

Last train

22:05

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $7 (€5)

Train providers: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) and first_transpennine_express from York to Liverpool trains

For as little as $24 (€19) you can travel by train to Liverpool from York with TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) and first_transpennine_express. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

TransPennine Express from York to Liverpool train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 58 min
Cheapest Price: $24

Northern Trains is one of many publicly owned train operating companies in the United Kingdom. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Headquartered in York, Northern operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day tickets can be purchased for Northern train journeys between York and Liverpool. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

Northern Rail (3) from York to Liverpool train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 35 min
Cheapest Price: $47
Northern Rail (3) frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from York to Liverpool

FAQs: Travel by train from York to Liverpool easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from York to Liverpool.

Cheap train tickets from York to Liverpool can start from as little as $25 (€20) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for York to Liverpool is $39 (€32); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the York to Liverpool train travel time is 1 h 58 min for the 86 mile (138 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from York to Liverpool leaves at 12: 18 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from York to Liverpool leaves at 11: 36 PM.

Yes, there are 4 direct trains a day from York to Liverpool with TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the best York to Liverpool train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Liverpool from York to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 36 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from York, which is located around 0.5 miles (787 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Liverpool Lime Street, located 0.4 miles (732 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Liverpool from York is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 58 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from York to Liverpool by train is July.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Liverpool from York including taking a train or bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from York to Liverpool

York

Liverpool

The major train station for departures in York is York. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at York for your trip from York to Liverpool.

York

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

information

Address

York station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB

Phone Number

+44 800 200 6060

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00

Parking

Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park

Accessibility

Staff help available: Yes
Step free access coverage: Yes
Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
Accessible toilets: Yes
Ramp for train access: Yes
Wheelchairs available: Yes
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes

Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms

Bike Parking