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Newbury to Liverpool by train

First train

04:27

Last train

22:44

Departure station

Newbury

Arrival station

Liverpool

Journey time

From 3h 53m

Distance

156 miles (251 km)

Frequency

25 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales

Travelling from Newbury to Liverpool by train

Looking to travel from Newbury to Liverpool by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 5 hours 33 minutes to travel from Newbury to Liverpool by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 53 minutes though. You'll usually find 25 trains per day running along the 156 miles (251 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Liverpool, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to get to Liverpool. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Newbury to Liverpool in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Newbury to Liverpool? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Newbury to Liverpool take?

The average journey time by train between Newbury and Liverpool is 5 hours and 33 minutes, with around 25 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Newbury and Liverpool by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Newbury to Liverpool is 3 hours and 53 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Newbury to Liverpool?

No, there are no direct train services from Newbury to Liverpool. Travelling from Newbury to Liverpool by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Newbury to Liverpool leave?

The first train from Newbury to Liverpool leaves at 04:27. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Newbury to Liverpool leave?

The last train from Newbury to Liverpool leaves at 22:44. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Newbury and Liverpool by train?

Trains travelling from Newbury to Liverpool cover a distance of around 156 miles (251 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Liverpool to Newbury.

Cheap train tickets from Newbury to Liverpool

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Newbury to Liverpool is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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