Warrington to Liverpool train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Warrington to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for Aug 03

Cheapest price

€4

Average price

€8

Fastest journey

25 m

Average duration

26 m

Trains per day

26

Distance

26 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Warrington to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Warrington to Liverpool will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.

Fast trains

Of the 26 trains that leave Warrington for Liverpool on Mon, Aug 03, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .

On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 29 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.

  • Northern RailP24192
    9:16 AM0h39
    Warrington Central (WAC)
    9:55 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    41One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG86293
    9:44 AM0h42
    Warrington Central (WAC)
    10:26 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG86295
    10:44 AM0h42
    Warrington Central (WAC)
    11:26 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailP24197
    11:18 AM0h37
    Warrington Central (WAC)
    11:55 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailL88779
    11:44 AM0h42
    Warrington Central (WAC)
    12:26 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    51One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Warrington to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warrington to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €4.

Distance: 26 km

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€4

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Cheapest

€5

Average price

1h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

32m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 12m

Average total duration

42m

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Live departures

Warrington to Liverpool train times

The table below shows live departures for Warrington to Liverpool trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressW84643
On time
6:35 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h26
7:01 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG862876:50 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h39
7:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP241877:09 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h43
7:52 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW846467:35 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h25
8:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG862897:42 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h44
8:26 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC044367:58 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h31
8:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP241898:17 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h38
8:55 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38512+Transpennine ExpressG160188:21 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
0h38
8:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW846518:31 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h29
9:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG862918:44 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h42
9:26 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC044398:58 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h31
9:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP241929:16 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h39
9:55 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38514+Transpennine ExpressC249459:20 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
0h39
9:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW846569:31 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h29
10:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG862939:44 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h42
10:26 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC044449:58 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h31
10:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP2419410:18 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h37
10:55 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38516+Transpennine ExpressG1601310:20 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
0h39
10:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW8466110:35 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h25
11:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8629510:44 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h42
11:26 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC2180410:58 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h31
11:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP2419711:18 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h37
11:55 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesG38518+Transpennine ExpressC2495211:20 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
0h39
11:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW8466711:35 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h25
12:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL8877911:44 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h42
12:26 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC2181211:58 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h31
12:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Warrington to Liverpool

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Trains from Warrington to Liverpool run on average 8 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 37m.

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
26 km
Average train duration
32m
Cheapest ticket price
€2
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
37m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:54 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
49 days
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: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Warrington to Liverpool trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Warrington and Liverpool from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
37m
Cheapest Price
€2
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

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
27m
Cheapest Price
€7
Transpennine Express frequency
3 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

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
32m
Cheapest Price
€8
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
30m
Cheapest Price
€13
east_midlands_trains frequency
5 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
25m
Cheapest Price
€11
TransPennine Express frequency
9 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
38m
Cheapest Price
€13
Northern Trains Limited frequency
10 a day

FAQs: Trains from Warrington to Liverpool

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warrington to Liverpool 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Warrington to Liverpool can start from as little as €2 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Warrington to Liverpool is €4; 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 Warrington to Liverpool is 37m to travel the 26 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 Warrington to Liverpool leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Warrington to Liverpool leaves at 11:54 PM.
Yes,there are 7 direct trains a day from Warrington to Liverpool with Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Warrington to Liverpool. You can choose between East Midlands Railway. East Midlands Railway trains take around 32m
When taking a train from Warrington to Liverpool, you can count on Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited for the best way to get you to Liverpool. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Warrington and Liverpool and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Liverpool from Warrington is worth doing with a journey time of 37m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Warrington to Liverpool is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Warrington and Liverpool including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Warrington to Liverpool

Most Warrington to Liverpool trains use the Warrington Central to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool South Parkway. Use this guide to compare Warrington and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Warrington
Arrival train stations in Liverpool

Which Warrington station do trains to Liverpool leave from?

Trains from Warrington to Liverpool leave from Warrington Central. The station is 1 km from Warrington city centre at Warrington Central station, Winwick Street, Warrington, Cheshire, WA2 7TT.
Warrington CentralWarrington Central station, Winwick Street, Warrington, Cheshire, WA2 7TTShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Warrington Central from Warrington city centre

Bus4, 1, 28A, 28, 3 · 9m · €2 · every ~20 min

Warrington Central train station facilities and services

Warrington Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Warrington Central.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Warrington Central.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Warrington Central: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Warrington Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access is available to both platforms at the station. Customer Lifts are available from first to last train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

Warrington Bank QuayWarrington Bank Quay station, Parker Street, Warrington, Cheshire, WA1 1LWWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Warrington Bank Quay from Warrington city centre

Warrington Bank Quay is 1 km from Warrington city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus5, 7, 5A, 8, 6, 9A, 9, 96, 8A, 9B, 5B · 4m · every ~18 min
17C, 17 · 16m · every ~5 min

Warrington Bank Quay train station facilities and services

Warrington Bank Quay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, 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 Warrington Bank Quay.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Warrington Bank Quay. ATMs are available at Warrington Bank Quay.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Warrington Bank Quay. 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 Warrington Bank Quay: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Warrington Bank Quay: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Bank Quay: 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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.

PadgatePadgate station, Station Road, Padgate, Cheshire, WA2 0QS+44 8002006060ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Padgate from Warrington city centre

Padgate is 2 km from Warrington city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Oxford Road, Warrington Central - Manchester Oxford Road · 3m · €1 · every ~2 min
Bus4, 28A, 28 · 7m · every ~7 min

Padgate train station facilities and services

Padgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Padgate.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Padgate: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Padgate: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Padgate: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level Access via Ramp, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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