The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h
Trains per day
6
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York 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 York will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Of the 6 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for York on Tue, Mar 03, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 03 the direct trains cover the 139 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
On Tue, Mar 03 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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.
L36654 · C43759
L36642 · L36761
L36648 · L36766
L37183
L37178
L37183
L37178
L37181
L36654 · C43759
L36642 · L36761Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 139 km
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€32 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest |
2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, March 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L37178 | On time 8:23 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h51 | 10:14 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L36642 · L36761 | On time 8:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h13 | 11:07 AM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
L37181 | On time 9:24 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h52 | 11:16 AM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L36648 · L36766 | On time 9:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h13 | 12:07 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
L37183 | On time 10:24 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h51 | 12:15 PM York station (YRK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L36654 · C43759 | On time 10:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h13 | 1:07 PM York station (YRK) | 1 transfer | |
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Why book with Omio vs TransPennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TransPennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trip?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:54, the last at 13:52. The fastest train covers the 139 km distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 139 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 06:54 |
Last train 13:52 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and York from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Rail (3)
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- 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.
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located in the main concourse.
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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