The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent
- Cheapest price on Nov 01
- €23
- Average ticket price on Nov 01
- €34
- Fastest journey on Nov 01
- 1 h 14 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 01
- 1 h 19 m
- Trains on Nov 01
- 6
- Distance
- 69 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent without transferring at least once.
C16937 · W7050211:33 AM 1h24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 12:57 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) €23 1 One-way 1 transfer
C16931 · W7049110:33 AM 1h24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 11:57 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) €23 1 One-way 1 transfer
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W704809:43 AM 1h14 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 10:57 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) €36 1 One-way 1 transfer
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W7049110:43 AM 1h14 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 11:57 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) €36 1 One-way 1 transfer
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W704658:34 AM 1h19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 9:53 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) €36 1 One-way 1 transfer
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W704809:43 AM 1h14 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 10:57 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) €36 1 One-way 1 transfer
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W7049110:43 AM 1h14 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 11:57 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) €36 1 One-way 1 transfer
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W704658:34 AM 1h19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 9:53 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) €36 1 One-way 1 transfer
C16937 · W7050211:33 AM 1h24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 12:57 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) €23 1 One-way 1 transfer
C16931 · W7049110:33 AM 1h24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 11:57 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) €23 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent
Trains from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 57m.
Distance 69 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 11:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent trains for today, Saturday, October 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C16974+ G00903 | Delayed 7:12 PM 7:12 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h36 | 8:48 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
C16974+ C21290 | Delayed 7:12 PM 7:12 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h36 | 8:48 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
C17893+ G00919 | Delayed 9:12 PM 9:12 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h35 | 10:47 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, November 1 | |||||
W33155+ G01008 · G00784 | 8:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h41 | 9:51 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 2 transfers | |
W33253+ W70465 | 8:34 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h19 | 9:53 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
W33326+ W70480 | 9:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h14 | 10:57 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
C16931 · W70491 | 10:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h24 | 11:57 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
W33261+ W70491 | 10:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h14 | 11:57 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
C16937 · W70502 | 11:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h24 | 12:57 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Liverpool and Stoke-on-Trent
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent
Most Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Stoke-on-Trent station pair, with some services arriving at Longport. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Stoke-on-Trent 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 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.
Which Stoke-on-Trent station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to Stoke-on-Trent from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Stoke-on-Trent train station facilities and services
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1, 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 Longport from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Longport is 4 km from Stoke-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
Longport train station facilities and services
Longport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Longport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Longport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Longport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Longport: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Wheelchair users may need assistance on Platform 1 as there are no lowered kerbs on the pavements and the gradient of the ramp to the platform is steep. The gradient of the ramp to Platform 2 is moderate. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Euro 01782 314444, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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