Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Showing times and prices for Aug 05

Cheapest price

€52

Average price

€68

Fastest journey

2 h 57 m

Average duration

2 h 57 m

Trains per day

19

Distance

195 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around €68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.

Fast trains

Of the 19 trains that leave Newcastle station (NCL) for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) on Wed, Aug 05, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 195 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .

On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 57 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 ExpressG16008
    4:21 AM3h40
    Newcastle station (NCL)
    8:01 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    521One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressG16018
    6:01 AM2h58
    Newcastle station (NCL)
    8:59 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    601One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressC24980 · C24641 · W84734
    7:02 PM3h58
    Newcastle station (NCL)
    11:00 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    601One-way
    2 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressC24988
    9:02 PM3h52
    Newcastle station (NCL)
    12:54 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    601One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressC24984
    7:43 PM3h22
    Newcastle station (NCL)
    11:05 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    601One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and ferry for Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €28.

Distance: 195 km

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€57

Average price

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Cheapest

€35

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3h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 26m

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5h 35m

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Live departures

Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times

The table below shows live departures for Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressC24972
On time
4:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL)
2h57
6:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01166+Transpennine ExpressC24745+Northern RailG86182
On time
4:38 PM Newcastle station (NCL)
4h15
8:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressC24975
On time
5:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL)
2h59
8:01 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01169+Transpennine ExpressG15847+Northern RailG86133
On time
5:40 PM Newcastle station (NCL)
4h13
9:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressC24979
On time
6:01 PM Newcastle station (NCL)
2h58
8:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC24980
On time
7:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL)
3h03
10:05 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC24980 · C24641 · W84734
On time
7:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL)
3h58
11:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressC24984
On time
7:43 PM Newcastle station (NCL)
3h22
11:05 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC24988
On time
9:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL)
3h52
12:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, August 5
Transpennine ExpressG160084:21 AM Newcastle station (NCL)
3h40
8:01 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG160186:01 AM Newcastle station (NCL)
2h58
8:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC249456:50 AM Newcastle station (NCL)
3h09
9:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC24945+London North Eastern RailwayG081707:01 AM Newcastle station (NCL)
2h58
9:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG160138:02 AM Newcastle station (NCL)
2h57
10:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC249529:02 AM Newcastle station (NCL)
2h57
11:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC2495410:02 AM Newcastle station (NCL)
2h57
12:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG1590711:02 AM Newcastle station (NCL)
2h57
1:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG1592212:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL)
2h57
2:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG159001:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL)
2h57
3:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC249652:01 PM Newcastle station (NCL)
2h58
4:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC249693:02 PM Newcastle station (NCL)
2h57
5:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

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Trains from Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:43, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 195 km distance in 2h 57m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €9
Distance
195 km
Average train duration
3h 26m
Cheapest ticket price
€28
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
2h 57m
First train
3:43 AM
Last train
10:41 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Tue
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €9

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail from Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail trains will get you between Newcastle station (NCL) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from €9. 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
2h 57m
Cheapest Price
€28
Transpennine Express frequency
6 a day
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

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Northern Rail

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
4h 5m
Cheapest Price
€128
Northern Rail frequency
2 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

FAQs: Trains from Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) can start from as little as €28 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is €57; 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 Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is 2h 57m to travel the 195 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 Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 3:43 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 10:41 PM.
Yes,there are 5 direct trains a day from Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) with Transpennine Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), you can count on Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail for the best way to get you to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV). You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Newcastle station (NCL) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from Newcastle station (NCL) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 57m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Newcastle station (NCL) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) including taking a bus, train, and ferry.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Most Newcastle station (NCL) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the Newcastle to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Newcastle station (NCL) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Newcastle
Arrival train stations in Liverpool
NewcastleNeville St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5DL, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Newcastle from Newcastle city centre

Metro linesGreen, Yellow
Bus lines1, 8, 10, 11, 12, 12A, 22, 22X, 30, 31, 38, 131
Train linesLNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.

Newcastle train station facilities and services

Newcastle has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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, Pumpkin Cafe Shop, AMT Coffee, Burger King, The Centurion, Destination 1850, Pasta Station

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are the ATM is located within the main station building.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20, Sun: 07:30 - 21:20. Information desks are information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Newcastle: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Newcastle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle: Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include The County Hotel, Newcastle, Hampton by Hilton Newcastle, Royal Station Hotel.

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