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Journey information from London to Liverpool
- Train Fares from: £12
- Fastest route:
- Slowest route:
- Average journey time:
- Changes: Direct
- Trains per day: Around 62
- Distance: 178 miles (287 km)
- Train operators: Avanti West Coast (formerly Virgin Trains)
- Origin: London
- Destination: Liverpool
London to Liverpool by First Class train
Tired of travelling in Standard? Why not treat yourself to an upgrade and take a First Class Avanti West Coast train from London to Liverpool? Not only will you be more comfortable on your journey, but you’ll also get to enjoy a bunch of other perks including:
- Tables so you can eat and drink in a more refined manner, or work on the go
- Fast, reliable WiFi
- Power sockets at every seat, so you can keep all your gadgets charged up
- Complimentary food and drink
- Access to exclusive First Class lounges at train stations at London Euston and Liverpool Lime Street (on the return journey)
Now, this might just blow your mind, but on odd occasions, First Class tickets can end up cheaper than Standard tickets! That’s right – so always check First Class prices when booking your tickets. You never know, you might end up with an unexpected treat.
London to Liverpool train times information
Avanti West Coast (formerly Virgin Trains) operate a direct service from London to Liverpool Lime Street departing at every 7 minutes past the hour, taking 2h 12m. There’s also a direct West Midlands Trains service, although this stops at more stations along the way and takes around 3h 54m. You can also travel from London to Liverpool via an indirect service, leaving at every 10 minutes and 40 minutes past the hour and changing at Crewe to hop on a West Midlands Trains service, which takes around 2h 33m.
If you’re travelling on a direct Avanti West Coast (formerly Virgin Trains) service, the onboard food shop serves hot and cold drinks and snacks. Free WiFi is available on all Avanti West Coast (formerly Virgin Trains), as well as free films, tv programmes, magazines and games via their Avanti Media entertainment service on Voyager trains. Travelling in First Class? You’ll enjoy complimentary at-seat dining during your journey (Monday to Friday only).
*Information correct at time of writing (August 2019). May be subject to change.Find out more information about how to buy cheap train tickets to Liverpool.
How long does it take to travel from London to Liverpool by train?
The average journey time between London and Liverpool is . On an average weekday, there are 62 trains travelling from London to Liverpool. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays.
Avg. DurationWhat is the fastest journey from London to Liverpool by train?
The fastest journey time by train is .
How much does the train from London to Liverpool cost?
Train tickets from London to Liverpool can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.
Are there direct trains from London to Liverpool?
Yes, it is possible to travel from London to Liverpool without having to change trains. Use our journey planner above to get direct train times from London to Liverpool.
DirectWhat is the distance between London and Liverpool?
The distance between London and Liverpool is 178 miles.
Distance: 178 milesWhat time is the first train from London to Liverpool?
The first train from London to Liverpool departs at .
What time is the last train from London to Liverpool?
The last train from London to Liverpool departs at .
First trainLast trainNo sleeper services are available. There may also be fewer services on weekends and public holidays; use the Journey Planner above to search for a specific train on your chosen travel date.If you're like us, you've probably seen the sheer number of ticket types available in the UK and wondered ''Why are there so many?!'' Well, luckily we've put together a handy guide to all the variations of train ticket you may encounter on your travels.
Our guide to ticket types:*Please note that not all types of train tickets are available for every journey. Factors such as the time, date and train company you'll be using can affect the availability of each one.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Liverpool to London.
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