The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Lincoln
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €25
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €36
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 3 h 29 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 3 h 31 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 2
- Distance
- 163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Lincoln is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Lincoln will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 2 trains from Liverpool to Lincoln, including 2 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 163 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 3 h 33 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.

8:19 AM 3h33 Liverpool 11:52 AM Lincoln €25 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:54 AM 3h29 Liverpool 12:23 PM Lincoln €48 1 One-way 0 transfers

8:54 AM 3h29 Liverpool 12:23 PM Lincoln €48 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:19 AM 3h33 Liverpool 11:52 AM Lincoln €25 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Lincoln
Trains from Liverpool to Lincoln run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 163 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Live departures
Liverpool to Lincoln train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Lincoln trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W84663+ C32845 | On time 8:13 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h49 | 12:02 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 transfer | |
W84669+ C32850 | On time 9:20 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h40 | 1:00 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 transfer | |
W84675+ C32854 | On time 10:20 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h44 | 2:04 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 transfer | |
W84681+ C32859 | On time 11:20 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h35 | 2:55 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 1 transfer | |
C04360+ C32873+ ME396500 | Delayed 1:01 PM 11:55 AMMoorfields (MRF) | 4h08 | 4:03 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2 transfers |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Liverpool and Lincoln
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Lincoln
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Lincoln
Most Liverpool to Lincoln trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Lincoln Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Lincoln 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 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.
Which Lincoln station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to Lincoln Central from Lincoln city centre
Lincoln Central train station facilities and services
Lincoln Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lincoln Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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