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It takes an average of 5h 24m to travel from Cardiff Central to Liverpool Lime Street by train, over a distance of around 134 miles (215 km). There are normally 108 trains per day travelling from Cardiff Central to Liverpool Lime Street and tickets for this journey start from £34 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:23 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Liverpool Lime Street | |
| Journey time | From 3h 33m | |
| Distance | 134 miles (215 km) | |
| Frequency | 108 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £34 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, Merseyrail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
About the train journey from Cardiff Central to Liverpool Lime Street
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The train from Cardiff Central to Liverpool Lime Street usually takes 5 hours 24 minutes on average to travel 134 miles (215 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 3 hours 33 minutes. You can expect to find 108 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Liverpool Lime Street, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Cardiff Central to Liverpool Lime Street if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £34.00. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Liverpool Lime Street?
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. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.