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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh
Cheapest price on Aug 30
€128
Average ticket price on Aug 30
€144
Fastest journey on Aug 30
4 h 2 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
4 h 33 m
Trains on Aug 30
4
Distance
283 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh will cost around €144 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €128.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.
G89644+
S9482510:15 AM4h07Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2:22 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1281One-way1 transfer
W84675+S9482510:20 AM4h02Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2:22 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1281One-way1 transfer- W85726 · G16209+
G802138:38 AM5h02Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1:40 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1591One-way2 transfers - G15980+
G010588:10 AM5h00Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1:10 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1591One-way1 transfer
- W84675+S9482510:20 AM4h02Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2:22 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1281One-way1 transfer
- G89644+S9482510:15 AM4h07Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2:22 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1281One-way1 transfer
- G15980+G010588:10 AM5h00Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1:10 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1591One-way1 transfer
- W85726 · G16209+G802138:38 AM5h02Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1:40 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1591One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €41 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €41, while a train costs an average of €48.
Distance: 283 km
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4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh trains for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84676 · W85183 | On time 10:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h21 | 3:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W84676 · W85181 · W85183 | On time 10:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h21 | 3:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G86251+W33753 | 10:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h35 | 2:20 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W84800 · G16307+G80227 | On time 10:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h44 | 3:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| W84682 · W85183 | On time 11:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h21 | 3:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G89647+W85183 | 11:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h01 | 3:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G86218+C01371+W85183 | 11:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h55 | 3:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| W85187 · W85193 | On time 12:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h25 | 5:37 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W84687 · W85190 · W85193 | On time 12:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h18 | 5:37 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G86226+W33799 | On time 12:45 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h33 | 4:18 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W84693 · W85193 | On time 1:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h18 | 5:37 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G89657+W85193 | On time 1:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h58 | 5:37 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G86233+C01373+W85193 | On time 1:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h54 | 5:37 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
W33797+ C16950 | On time 2:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h09 | 6:21 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G86242+W33797 | On time 2:45 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h36 | 6:21 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W85198 · W85202 | On time 4:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h26 | 7:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W85198 · W85202 | On time 4:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h26 | 7:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W85198 · W85207 | On time 4:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h29 | 9:41 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W84711 · W85207 | On time 4:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h22 | 9:41 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G86219+W33798 | 4:45 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h38 | 8:23 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W84837 · G16019+G80262 | On time 4:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h45 | 9:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| W84717 · W85207 | On time 5:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h22 | 9:41 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G15824+P28731+W85207 | On time 5:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h17 | 9:41 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G89633+W85207 | On time 5:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h02 | 9:41 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G86227+W33796+W85207 | On time 5:45 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h56 | 9:41 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G89637+W33794 | On time 6:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h43 | 10:22 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G89641+W33709+ L87915 | On time 7:39 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h57 | 12:36 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, August 30 | |||||
| G15980+G01058 | 8:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h00 | 1:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W85726 · G16209+G80213 | 8:38 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h02 | 1:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €22 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:39, the last at 18:39. The fastest train covers the 283 km distance in 3h 24m.
Distance 283 km |
Average train duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 24m |
First train 5:39 AM |
Last train 6:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Edinburgh from €22. 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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 Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
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 Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
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