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Liverpool Lime Street to Eccles Road by train

First train

16:51

Last train

21:37

Departure station

Liverpool Lime Street

Arrival station

Eccles Road

Journey time

From 10h 20m

Distance

177 miles (284 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast

Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Eccles Road in 10 hours 20 minutes

If you want to travel from Liverpool Lime Street to Eccles Road by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Liverpool Lime Street to Eccles Road by train to take around 12 hours 17 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 10 hours 20 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 1 train per day running on this route, which spans 177 miles (284 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Eccles Road. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to Eccles Road are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

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

How long does the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Eccles Road take?

The average journey time by train between Liverpool Lime Street and Eccles Road is 12 hours and 17 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Liverpool Lime Street and Eccles Road by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Liverpool Lime Street to Eccles Road is 10 hours and 20 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Liverpool Lime Street to Eccles Road?

No, there are no direct train services from Liverpool Lime Street to Eccles Road. Travelling from Liverpool Lime Street to Eccles Road by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Liverpool Lime Street to Eccles Road leave?

The first train from Liverpool Lime Street to Eccles Road leaves at 16:51. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Liverpool Lime Street to Eccles Road leave?

The last train from Liverpool Lime Street to Eccles Road leaves at 21:37. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Liverpool Lime Street and Eccles Road by train?

Trains travelling from Liverpool Lime Street to Eccles Road cover a distance of around 177 miles (284 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Eccles Road to Liverpool Lime Street.

Cheap train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to Eccles Road

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† 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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