4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Liverpool
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€47
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Liverpool will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Of the 8 trains that leave Leicester for Liverpool on Wed, Jul 22, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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.
6:22 AM2h20Leicester8:42 AMLiverpool€261One-way0 transfers- 7:18 AM2h59Leicester10:17 AMLiverpool€311One-way0 transfers
- 8:18 AM2h59Leicester11:17 AMLiverpool€321One-way0 transfers
7:09 AM3h20Leicester10:29 AMLiverpool€341One-way0 transfers
9:09 AM2h51Leicester12:00 PMLiverpool€531One-way0 transfers
- 6:22 AM2h20Leicester8:42 AMLiverpool€261One-way0 transfers
- 9:15 AM2h27Leicester11:42 AMLiverpool€841One-way0 transfers
- 9:09 AM2h51Leicester12:00 PMLiverpool€531One-way0 transfers
- 8:20 PM2h57Leicester11:17 PMLiverpool€621One-way0 transfers
- 8:18 AM2h59Leicester11:17 AMLiverpool€321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Leicester to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. 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 €11, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 150 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€50 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg 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
Leicester to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Liverpool trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W70940 · C04444 | Delayed 6:11 AM 7:06 AMLeicester station (LEI) | 3h23 | 10:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
W70940 · C04444+ G38403+ G86170 | Delayed 6:11 AM 7:06 AMLeicester station (LEI) | 3h47 | 10:53 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 transfers | |
 G66937+C17953 · C17856 | On time 7:22 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h20 | 9:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
| C21767+W84661 | Delayed 6:52 AM 7:43 AMLeicester station (LEI) | 3h17 | 11:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W70945 · C21804 | On time 8:09 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 3h20 | 11:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W70945 · C21804+G38405+G86176 | On time 8:09 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 3h44 | 11:53 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 transfers | |
| G01046+C17750 · C17810 | On time 8:18 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h24 | 10:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
| C21769+W84667 | On time 9:09 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 2h51 | 12:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C21769+W84667 · G15923 | On time 9:09 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 3h22 | 12:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Liverpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester to Liverpool run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 5:01 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Leicester to Liverpool trainsTranspennine Express, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Liverpool from €11. 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 Leicester to Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Liverpool
Most Leicester to Liverpool trains use the Leicester to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool South Parkway. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Liverpool leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. 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 South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: 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 are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: 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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