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Trains from Liverpool Lime Street to Broughty Ferry

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Trains to Broughty Ferry from Liverpool Lime Street

First train

04:20

Last train

23:30

Departure stationLiverpool Lime Street
Arrival stationBroughty Ferry
Journey time

From 5h 11m

Distance

211 miles (340 km)

Frequency

25 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, TransPennine Express

What are the train times from Liverpool Lime Street to Broughty Ferry?

Check out the next trains departing from Liverpool Lime Street to Broughty Ferry for Tuesday 27th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
11:3917:335h 54m, 3 changes
11:4517:335h 48m, 4 changes
12:1217:565h 44m, 2 changes
12:4517:565h 11m, 3 changes
12:4518:596h 14m, 2 changes
13:1920:106h 51m, 2 changes
13:3919:185h 39m, 3 changes
14:3921:136h 34m, 2 changes
14:4520:105h 25m, 3 changes
16:1222:146h 2m, 2 changes

What are the train times from Liverpool Lime Street to Broughty Ferry?

Get from Liverpool Lime Street to Broughty Ferry in as little as 5 hours 11 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.

The average train journey from Liverpool Lime Street to Broughty Ferry takes around 7 hours 17 minutes. There are around 25 trains that operate on this route daily.

As there are no direct trains between Liverpool Lime Street and Broughty Ferry, you'll need to make 2 changes.

London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail and TransPennine Express trains operate on this route.

Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.

With our Journey Planner, you can check live train times, compare prices and check routes.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Liverpool Lime Street to Broughty Ferry?

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

How do you get to Broughty Ferry from Liverpool Lime Street?

To travel to Broughty Ferry from Liverpool Lime Street, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 7 hours and 17 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 5 hours and 11 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Liverpool Lime Street to Broughty Ferry?

Trains from Liverpool Lime Street to Broughty Ferry take an average of 7 hours and 17 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 5 hours and 11 minutes. You'll usually find 25 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Liverpool Lime Street and Broughty Ferry by train?

The quickest journey time between Liverpool Lime Street and Broughty Ferry by train is 5 hours and 11 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Liverpool Lime Street to Broughty Ferry?

No, there are no direct trains running from Liverpool Lime Street to Broughty Ferry, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to Broughty Ferry?

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3. Book split tickets

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4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Liverpool Lime Street to Broughty Ferry is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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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