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Compare train and bus for Ellesmere Port to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, while a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 9 miles (16 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$11 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $11 (€9) compared to roughly $9 (€7) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-2.28 (€-1.88). The journey takes 35m versus 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Ellesmere Port to Liverpool
How to get from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
C0805710:39 AM0h38Ellesmere Port station (ELP)11:17 AMLiverpool James Street (LVJ)$111One-way0 transfers
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C0805710:39 AM0h38Ellesmere Port station (ELP)11:17 AMLiverpool James Street (LVJ)$111One-way0 transfers
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C0805710:39 AM0h38Ellesmere Port station (ELP)11:17 AMLiverpool James Street (LVJ)$111One-way0 transfers
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C080498:39 AM0h38Ellesmere Port station (ELP)9:17 AMLiverpool James Street (LVJ)$111One-way0 transfers
C080539:39 AM0h38Ellesmere Port station (ELP)10:17 AMLiverpool James Street (LVJ)$111One-way0 transfers
C0805510:09 AM0h38Ellesmere Port station (ELP)10:47 AMLiverpool James Street (LVJ)$111One-way0 transfers
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- Around 7 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ellesmere Port and Liverpool as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Ellesmere Port station (ELP) and arrive in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
- Travel with Mersey Rail to go to Liverpool by train.
- 7 direct trains per day with Mersey Rail.
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