4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Liverpool
Cheapest price on Sep 13
€31
Average ticket price on Sep 13
€108
Fastest journey on Sep 13
3 h 28 m
Average journey duration on Sep 13
3 h 49 m
Trains on Sep 13
19
Distance
283 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Liverpool will cost around €108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Liverpool without transferring at least once.
W33350+
C177596:51 PM4h29Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:20 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€311One-way1 transfer- W33350+
W847326:51 PM4h09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:00 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€611One-way1 transfer - W84929+
G891526:13 PM3h55Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:08 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€611One-way1 transfer - W33251+P241572:51 PM4h04Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:55 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€691One-way1 transfer
- W33197+P241664:51 PM4h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:53 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€691One-way1 transfer
- W33350+W848916:51 PM3h28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:19 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€1071One-way1 transfer
- W84924+G891684:14 PM3h53Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:07 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€1281One-way1 transfer
- W84911+G8917712:12 PM3h55Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:07 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€1281One-way1 transfer
- W84917+G891542:12 PM3h55Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:07 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€1281One-way1 transfer
- W84929+G891526:13 PM3h55Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:08 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€611One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, while a train costs an average of €52.
Distance: 283 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€52 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest | €98 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Liverpool:
A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Liverpool costing on average €52.
Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 23m.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Liverpool trains for today, Saturday, September 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84927+W33629+G85486 | On time 6:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h57 | 10:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
| W84927 · N59448 | On time 6:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h23 | 11:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33385+G89179 | On time 6:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h37 | 10:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, September 13 | |||||
 N59125+G15803 · TP085000 · N59751 | 6:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h50 | 1:35 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 transfers | |
W33147+ C04441+ L87804 | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h29 | 1:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
| W33256 · W33270 | 10:51 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h13 | 3:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33256+P24180 | 10:51 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h04 | 2:55 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84911 · N59747 | 12:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h23 | 5:35 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84911+G89177 | 12:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h55 | 4:07 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33219 · W33190 | 12:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h13 | 5:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33219+W84892 | 12:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h40 | 5:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33219+W84696 | 12:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h10 | 5:01 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84917+G89154 | 2:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h55 | 6:07 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33251 · W33038 | 2:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h13 | 7:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33251+P24157 | 2:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h04 | 6:55 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84924+G89168 | 4:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h53 | 8:07 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33197 · W33045 | 4:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h13 | 9:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W33197+P24166 | 4:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h02 | 8:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Liverpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Liverpool run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 283 km distance in 3h 27m.
Distance 283 km |
Average train duration 5h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Liverpool trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Liverpool from €24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Liverpool
Most Edinburgh to Liverpool trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Moorfields. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley 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, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), 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 Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, 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 Moorfields from Liverpool city centre
Moorfields train station facilities and services
Moorfields 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 Moorfields.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Moorfields. ATMs are available at Moorfields.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Moorfields. 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 Moorfields: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Moorfields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorfields: 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” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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