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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Liverpool
Showing times and prices for Dec 07
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
104 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Liverpool will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Fast trains
Of the 6 trains that leave Leeds for Liverpool on Sun, Dec 07, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 34 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.
C2702310:00AM1h29
Leeds station (LDS)11:29AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
€261One-way
0 transfers
C2636111:30AM1h29
Leeds station (LDS)12:59PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
€261One-way
0 transfers
C2702909:00AM1h34
Leeds station (LDS)10:34AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
€261One-way
0 transfers
C2636410:30AM1h29
Leeds station (LDS)11:59AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
€261One-way
0 transfers
C2720109:30AM1h29
Leeds station (LDS)10:59AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
€261One-way
0 transfers
C2702310:00AM1h29
Leeds station (LDS)11:29AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
€261One-way
0 transfers
C2636111:30AM1h29
Leeds station (LDS)12:59PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
€261One-way
0 transfers
C2636410:30AM1h29
Leeds station (LDS)11:59AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
€261One-way
0 transfers
C2720109:30AM1h29
Leeds station (LDS)10:59AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
€261One-way
0 transfers
C2702909:00AM1h34
Leeds station (LDS)10:34AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
€261One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leeds to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds 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 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 104 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€28 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leeds to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Liverpool trains for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 3:33 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C27033 | On time 8:00 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h33 | 9:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C27202 | On time 8:30 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h29 | 9:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C27027 | On time 9:01 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h30 | 10:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C27199 | On time 9:30 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h29 | 10:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C27022 | On time 10:00 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h31 | 11:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C26362 | On time 10:30 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h29 | 11:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Leeds to Liverpool?
The best time to book your train from Leeds to Liverpool is 28 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Leeds to Liverpool route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Leeds 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 Leeds to Liverpool.
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Overview: Train from Leeds to Liverpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leeds to Liverpool run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 104 km distance in 1h 26m.
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 104 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 00:18 |
Last train 23:56 |
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
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Leeds to Liverpool trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Leeds and Liverpool from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 26m
Cheapest Price
€17
TransPennine Express frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 17m
Cheapest Price
€24
Northern Rail (3) frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 26m
Cheapest Price
€41
first_transpennine_express frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Trains from Leeds to Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.
Cheap train tickets from Leeds to Liverpool can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leeds to Liverpool is €24; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Leeds to Liverpool train time is 1 h 31 min covering the 103 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Leeds to Liverpool leaves at 00: 03. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Leeds to Liverpool leaves at 23: 43.
Yes, there are 6 direct trains a day from Leeds to Liverpool with TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
For the best Leeds to Liverpool train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Leeds and Liverpool to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 43.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Leeds, 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 Leeds is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 31 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Leeds to Liverpool is March.
You have options as you can travel to Liverpool from Leeds 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeds to Liverpool
Leeds
Liverpool
The major train station for departures in Leeds is Bramley (West Yorks). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bramley (West Yorks) for your trip from Leeds to Liverpool.
Bramley (West Yorks)
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. wheelchair customers using platform 2 (Bradford, Manchester bound) should be aware that the access to the platform is via a busy road that has no dropped kerbs and a narrow ramped path and entrance onto the platform. Platform 1 (Leeds, Selby) has good level access.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Bramley (West Yorks)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses stop on Stanningley Road, east of Station Mount Road. Stop 450 10893 to New Pudsey, and 450 12320 to Leeds.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
Burley Park
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Burley Park
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
Cottingley
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Platform 1 is not accessible for disabled or wheelchair bound customers because of a stepped footbridge. Platform 2 has level access.Level access to both platforms but nothing to get between the 2 platforms.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Cottingley
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the layby/Bus stop on Cottingley Drive (10325/10325)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
The major train station for arrivals in Liverpool is Broad Green. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Broad Green for your journey to Liverpool from Leeds.
Broad Green
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:35 - 00:05 Sunday 08:05 - 23:35
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, To Liverpool platform : level access from street level. To Wigan platform via footpath from Seymour Road or Jubilee Avenue from ticket office under road bridge and first left, 500 metres. Or via underpass 32 steps level under the track then 30 steps.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Broad Green
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For Warrington, Buses Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop outside the station entrance. Towards Liverpool, buses pick up at the bus stop outside the Turnpike Tavern.
Brunswick
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:02 - 00:02 Sunday 08:04 - 00:02 Monday - Friday 05:53 - 00:02 Saturday 05:53 - 00:02 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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”Access to the Ticket Office is step free. Hunts Cross bound access is via a ramp. Liverpool bound access is via street level
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: adjacent to booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Brunswick
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Sefton Street,Liverpool
Edge Hill
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:30 - 00:10 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station. Access to the station is via a hundred metre cobbled street slope or uneven pavement down to the ticket office. Platform 1 - has level access for train to Manchester Victoria, St Helens, Wigan, Preston and Warrington Bank Quay. Platform 2 - has level access for trains to Liverpool from Crewe/ Manchester Airport via Newton-le-Willows Platform 3 - down 20 steps to level under-pass and then up 20 steps to the platform for trains to Warrington Central and Manchester Piccadilly. Platform 4 - down 20 steps to level under-pass and then up 20 steps to the platform for trains to Liverpool from Manchester Oxford Road via Warrington (Stations)
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Edge Hill
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Tunnel Road. (Station side for Warrington, opposite for Liverpool).
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