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It takes an average of 3h 56m to travel from London to Liverpool Central by train, over a distance of around 178 miles (286 km). There are normally 126 trains per day travelling from London to Liverpool Central and tickets for this journey start from £14 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:23 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:39 | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Liverpool Central | |
| Journey time | From 2h 28m | |
| Distance | 178 miles (286 km) | |
| Frequency | 126 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £14 | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales |
How to travel from London to Liverpool Central by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from London to Liverpool Central? Look no further.
You'll usually find 126 trains per day running between London and Liverpool Central, which usually take 3 hours 56 minutes to complete the 178 miles (286 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 28 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Liverpool Central by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from London to Liverpool Central start from £14.00 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Liverpool Central? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from London to Liverpool Central?
The price of train tickets from London to Liverpool Central starts at £14 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.