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It takes an average of 6h 20m to travel from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Liverpool Central by train, over a distance of around 176 miles (284 km). There are normally 50 trains per day travelling from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Liverpool Central and tickets for this journey start from £47.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:45 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:28 | |
| Departure station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Arrival station | Liverpool Central | |
| Journey time | From 3h 43m | |
| Distance | 176 miles (284 km) | |
| Frequency | 50 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £47.90 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Merseyrail, ScotRail, TransPennine Express |
Travelling from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Liverpool Central by train
Looking to travel from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Liverpool Central by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 6 hours 20 minutes to travel from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Liverpool Central by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 43 minutes though. You'll usually find 50 trains per day running along the 176 miles (284 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Liverpool Central, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo to get to Liverpool Central. 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 Edinburgh (Waverley) to Liverpool Central 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, as advance tickets start from £47.90.
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.
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Want to know more about your journey from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Liverpool Central? 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 Edinburgh (Waverley) to Liverpool Central?
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.