Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York

Showing times and prices for Mar 03

Cheapest price

€35

Average price

€37

Fastest journey

1 h 51 m

Average duration

2 h

Trains per day

6

Distance

139 km

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast trains

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.

TransPennine ExpressL36654 · C43759
10:54AM2h13
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
01:07PMYork station (YRK)
351One-way
1 transfer
TransPennine ExpressL36642 · L36761
08:54AM2h13
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
11:07AMYork station (YRK)
351One-way
1 transfer
TransPennine ExpressL36648 · L36766
09:54AM2h13
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
12:07PMYork station (YRK)
351One-way
1 transfer
TransPennine ExpressL37183
10:24AM1h51
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
12:15PMYork station (YRK)
371One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine ExpressL37178
08:23AM1h51
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
10:14AMYork station (YRK)
381One-way
0 transfers

Travel 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

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Cheapest

2h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 47m

Average total duration

4h 17m

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30m

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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.

Last updated at 9:39 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
transpennine_expressL37178
On time
8:23 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h51
10:14 AM York station (YRK)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36642 · L36761
On time
8:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h13
11:07 AM York station (YRK)
1 transfer
transpennine_expressL37181
On time
9:24 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h52
11:16 AM York station (YRK)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36648 · L36766
On time
9:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h13
12:07 PM York station (YRK)
1 transfer
transpennine_expressL37183
On time
10:24 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h51
12:15 PM York station (YRK)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36654 · C43759
On time
10:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h13
1:07 PM York station (YRK)
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York

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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.

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
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
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

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.

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 51m
Cheapest Price
€10
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 46m
Cheapest Price
€26
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

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest Price
€55
Northern Trains Limited frequency
8 a day

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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York is €32; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York is 1h 51m to travel the 139 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York leaves at 6:54 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York leaves at 1:52 PM.
Yes,there are 4 direct trains a day from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York with TransPennine Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York, you can count on TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express for the best way to get you to York. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and York and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to York from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 51m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and York including taking a bus and train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to York

Liverpool
York
The major train station for departures in Liverpool is Liverpool Lime Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool Lime Street for your trip from Liverpool to York.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
  • Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
Lockers
  • 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.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
Dining
Dining
  • Caffè Nero
  • Costa Coffee
  • Upper Crust
  • Starbucks
  • JD Wetherspoon
Taxis
Taxis
  • 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.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
WC
WC
  • 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
Hotel
Hotel
  • Pembroke Studios
  • Riley’s Rooms
  • Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
  • Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Alongside station entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main concourse.
Public transit options for Liverpool Lime Street
  • 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.

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