9:493h53Basingstoke13:42Liverpool£471One-way0 changes
7:354h24Basingstoke11:59Liverpool£1041One-way0 changes
9:493h53Basingstoke13:42Liverpool£471One-way0 changes
7:354h24Basingstoke11:59Liverpool£1041One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basingstoke to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 271 km
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Live departures
Basingstoke to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke to Liverpool trains for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:51 Basingstoke | 3h51 | 10:42 Liverpool | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:50 Basingstoke | 3h52 | 11:42 Liverpool | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:29 Basingstoke | 3h48 | 12:17 Liverpool | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:48 Basingstoke | 3h54 | 12:42 Liverpool | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:49 Basingstoke | 3h53 | 13:42 Liverpool | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:48 Basingstoke | 3h59 | 14:47 Liverpool | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:49 Basingstoke | 3h53 | 15:42 Liverpool | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:48 Basingstoke | 3h54 | 16:42 Liverpool | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:50 Basingstoke | 3h52 | 17:42 Liverpool | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:48 Basingstoke | 3h54 | 18:42 Liverpool | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:48 Basingstoke | 4h01 | 19:49 Liverpool | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:49 Basingstoke | 4h28 | 21:17 Liverpool | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:49 Basingstoke | 4h28 | 22:17 Liverpool | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:48 Basingstoke | 4h29 | 23:17 Liverpool | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:49 Basingstoke | 4h58 | 0:47 Liverpool | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:49 Basingstoke | 10h28 | 7:17 Liverpool | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basingstoke to Liverpool
Trains from Basingstoke to Liverpool run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 271 km distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 271 km |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 20:51 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Basingstoke to Liverpool trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Basingstoke and Liverpool from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Basingstoke to Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke and Liverpool
Most Basingstoke to Liverpool trains use the Basingstoke to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool Central. Use this guide to compare Basingstoke and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basingstoke station do trains to Liverpool leave from?
Getting to Basingstoke from Basingstoke city centre
Basingstoke train station facilities and services
Basingstoke has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Basingstoke.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Basingstoke. ATMs are available at Basingstoke.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basingstoke.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basingstoke: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basingstoke: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basingstoke: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts from the main entrance. The rear entrance has level access to Platforms 4 and 5 (and to other platforms via lifts) but is only open Monday-Friday 0600 until 1000 and from 1500 until 2345 (closed at weekends) - outside these times a stepped subway must be used. The alternative step-free route from the rear to the main entrance via the street is approximately 380m and includes missing dropped kerbs and sections of route without a pavement. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
Getting to Kirkdale from Liverpool city centre
Kirkdale is 3 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Kirkdale train station facilities and services
Kirkdale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kirkdale.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kirkdale. 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 Kirkdale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kirkdale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kirkdale: 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” Access to the Ticket Office is step free, both platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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