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Outbound fromLeeds to Liverpool Lime Street by train
It takes an average of 1h 47m to travel from Leeds to Liverpool Lime Street by train, over a distance of around 64 miles (104 km). There are normally 60 trains per day travelling from Leeds to Liverpool Lime Street and tickets for this journey start from £7.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:45 | |
| Departure station | Leeds | |
| Arrival station | Liverpool Lime Street | |
| Journey time | From 1h 26m | |
| Distance | 64 miles (104 km) | |
| Frequency | 60 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £7.30 | |
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Travelling from Leeds to Liverpool by train in an hour and a half
Planning a trip to Merseyside and looking for more information on how to take the train from Leeds to Liverpool Lime Street? Start your journey with us!
Generally, the journey from Leeds to Liverpool by train takes around 1 hour and 54 minutes, but the fastest services can take you there in just 1 hour and 31 minutes. As there are around 22 direct trains available on this route, you can sit back and relax as you don’t need to make any changes along the way.
On this route, you’ll board a TransPennine Express train at Leeds station. Once you’ve found your seat, you can begin to enjoy the onboard amenities, including comfortable seating, luggage storage and free WiFi on most services. If you prefer to travel in style, upgrade to TransPennine First Class and take advantage of power sockets, reclining seats and complimentary food and drink. Before you know it, your train will arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.
Once you’ve arrived, you’re just a short walk from Liverpool’s most famous sights. There are so many things to see and do in Liverpool, it can be difficult to know where to start. For inspiration, check out our guide on how to spend a weekend in Liverpool. Also, if you’d like to visit more of the local area, take a look at our guide to the best day trips from Liverpool.
If you’d like to book the cheapest train tickets, try travelling during Off-Peak times, as tickets tend to be cheaper during quieter travel times. Also, if you travel by train frequently, why not get yourself a Railcard? You’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
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Cheap train tickets from Leeds to Liverpool Lime Street
Book in advance
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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 Leeds to Liverpool Lime Street 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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