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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for Jun 19

Cheapest price

€16

Average price

€40

Fastest journey

1 h 41 m

Average duration

1 h 46 m

Trains per day

Distance

126 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Birmingham to Liverpool will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Birmingham for Liverpool on Thu, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .

On Thu, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

L33126

08:57AM1h45

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

10:42AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

€161One-way

0 transfers

L33123

08:34AM1h43

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

10:17AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

€161One-way

0 transfers

C23368+

L33121

08:01AM1h41

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

09:42AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

€601One-way

1 transfer

W10500 · W09532

08:07AM1h56

Birmingham New Street (BHM)

10:03AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)

€671One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus
€40 Average price	€14 Average price Cheapest
2h 23m Average duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 13m Average duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Birmingham to Liverpool train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 19

Last updated at 9:59 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
C23368+L33121	On time 7:01 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	1h41	8:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	1 transfer
W10500 · W09532	On time 7:07 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	1h56	9:03 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	1 transfer
L33123	On time 7:34 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	1h43	9:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	0 transfersDirect
L33126	On time 7:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM)	1h45	9:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Birmingham to Liverpool?

The best time to book your train from Birmingham to Liverpool is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Birmingham to Liverpool route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Birmingham to Liverpool per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Birmingham to Liverpool.

Trains

from €31

Buses

from €17

Journey information

Overview: Train from Birmingham to Liverpool

United Kingdom

Trains from Birmingham to Liverpool run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €6

Distance

126 km

Average train duration

1h 53m

Cheapest ticket price

€13

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 38m

First train

05:30

Last train

21:34

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €6

Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Virgin Trains and CrossCountry trains Birmingham to Liverpool

You can travel by train between Birmingham and Liverpool with West Midlands Trains, Virgin Trains and CrossCountry for as low as €13. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.

Train information from Birmingham to Liverpool with West Midlands Trains:

Average Duration: 1 h 38 min
Cheapest Price: €13

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Birmingham to Liverpool train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 1 h 44 min
Cheapest Price: €16
Virgin Trains frequency: 7 a day

FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Liverpool

FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham to Liverpool easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to Liverpool.

Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Liverpool can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Birmingham to Liverpool is €30; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Birmingham to Liverpool train travel time is 1 h 38 min for the 126 km long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Birmingham to Liverpool leaves at 05: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Birmingham to Liverpool leaves at 23: 47.

There are 8 trains a day from Birmingham to Liverpool which require at least one change with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Birmingham to Liverpool train with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip to Liverpool from Birmingham as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 47.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Birmingham New Street, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Liverpool Lime Street, located 0.4 miles (732 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Liverpool from Birmingham is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 38 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Birmingham to Liverpool is January.

You have options as you can travel to Liverpool from Birmingham 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Birmingham to Liverpool

Birmingham

Liverpool

The major train station for departures in Birmingham is Birmingham New Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birmingham New Street for your trip from Birmingham to Liverpool.

Birmingham New Street Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA, United Kingdom

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
Sun: 07:30 - 23:00

Wifi

Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.

Lockers

You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.

Shopping

Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier

Parking

Car Park: Short Stay Car Park

Dining

All Bar One
Leon
Caffè Nero
Five Guys
Krispy Kreme
The Pasty Shop
Upper Crust
Wasabi
Starbucks
Hotel Chocolat

Taxis

Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi

Accessibility

Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.

Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
Baby changing facilities: Yes
Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets

Hotel

Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating

Ticket Office

Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
Sun: 07:30 - 23:00

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

In the middle of the station.

Public transit options for Birmingham New Street

Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.