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Outbound fromYork to Liverpool by train
It takes an average of 2h 18m to travel from York to Liverpool by train, over a distance of around 86 miles (139 km). There are normally 51 trains per day travelling from York to Liverpool and tickets for this journey start from £16.30 when you book in advance.
Travelling from York to Liverpool by train
Looking to travel from York to Liverpool by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 18 minutes to travel from York to Liverpool by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 52 minutes though. You'll usually find 51 trains per day running along the 86 miles (139 km) route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won't need to make any changes on your way to Liverpool. TransPennine Express are the main train operator on this route and will whisk you to Liverpool in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from York to Liverpool in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £16.30.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from York to Liverpool
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 York to Liverpool 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.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.