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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Liverpool
Cheapest price on Oct 04
€52
Average ticket price on Oct 04
€99
Fastest journey on Oct 04
3 h 33 m
Average journey duration on Oct 04
3 h 48 m
Trains on Oct 04
12
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Liverpool will cost around €99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
It's difficult to get from Cardiff to Liverpool without transferring at least once.
G38980 · W44306 · Y629791:51 PM4h44Cardiff Central (CDF)6:35 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€521One-way2 transfers- G38976+
W33298+
C0352812:40 PM4h29Cardiff Central (CDF)5:09 PMLiverpool James Street (LVJ)€521One-way2 transfers - G39020 · Y630311:30 PM4h05Cardiff Central (CDF)5:35 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€751One-way1 transfer
- G38940 · G38365+C035208:42 AM4h27Cardiff Central (CDF)1:09 PMLiverpool James Street (LVJ)€821One-way2 transfers
- G38972+
C1801111:40 AM3h38Cardiff Central (CDF)3:18 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€971One-way1 transfer
- G38964+W333529:45 AM3h33Cardiff Central (CDF)1:18 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€1231One-way1 transfer
- G38940+W333538:42 AM3h36Cardiff Central (CDF)12:18 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€1231One-way1 transfer
- G38972+C1801111:40 AM3h38Cardiff Central (CDF)3:18 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€971One-way1 transfer
- G39020 · Y630311:30 PM4h05Cardiff Central (CDF)5:35 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€751One-way1 transfer
- G38984+W330382:55 PM4h09Cardiff Central (CDF)7:04 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€1231One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Liverpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Liverpool run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 215 km distance in 3h 9m.
Distance 215 km |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 9m |
First train 4:00 AM |
Last train 11:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Cardiff to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Liverpool trains for tomorrow, Sunday, October 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G38940+W33353 | 8:42 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h36 | 12:18 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| G38940 · G38365+C03520 | 8:42 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h27 | 1:09 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 2 transfers | |
| G38964 · W43651+C03522 | 9:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h24 | 2:09 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 2 transfers | |
| G38964+W33352 | 9:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h33 | 1:18 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| G38968+W33270 | 10:43 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h21 | 3:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| G38972+C18011 | 11:40 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h38 | 3:18 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| G38976+W33190 | 12:40 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h24 | 5:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| G38976+W33298+C03528 | 12:40 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h29 | 5:09 PM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 2 transfers | |
| G39020 · Y63031 | 1:30 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h05 | 5:35 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| G38980 · W44306 · Y62979 | 1:51 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h44 | 6:35 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
| G38980+W33135 | 1:51 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h13 | 6:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| G38984+W33038 | 2:55 PM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h09 | 7:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Liverpool by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Liverpool
Most Cardiff to Liverpool trains use the Cardiff Central to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool James Street. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Whitchurch (Cardiff) from Cardiff city centre
Whitchurch (Cardiff) is 5 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Whitchurch (Cardiff) train station facilities and services
Whitchurch (Cardiff) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Whitchurch (Cardiff): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Whitchurch (Cardiff): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Whitchurch (Cardiff): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access to the platform from Pen y Dre, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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