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Southend to Liverpool by train
It takes an average of 5h 57m to travel from Southend to Liverpool by train, over a distance of around 202 miles (325 km). There are normally 189 trains per day traveling from Southend to Liverpool and tickets for this journey start from $77.71 when you book in advance.
| First train | 3:46 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:51 pm | |
| Departure station | Southend | |
| Arrival station | Liverpool | |
| Journey time | From 4h 3m | |
| Distance | 202 miles (325 km) | |
| Frequency | 189 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From $77.71 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Merseyrail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, c2c |
Taking the train from Southend to Liverpool in 4 hours 3 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Southend to Liverpool? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 57 minutes to travel the 325 km from Southend to Liverpool by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 3 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 189 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Southend to Liverpool start from $77.71 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Liverpool? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Southend to Liverpool?
Want to know more about your journey from Southend to Liverpool? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Southend to Liverpool?
Planning a trip to the UK soon? As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Book split tickets
4. Travel Off-Peak
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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