The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 30 trains that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 40 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.
C1784212:341h44Birmingham New Street (BHM)14:18Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£171One-way0 changes
C1790211:341h41Birmingham New Street (BHM)13:15Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£191One-way0 changes
C1787710:341h41Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:15Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£191One-way0 changes
C1799914:341h44Birmingham New Street (BHM)16:18Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£191One-way0 changes
C1789416:341h44Birmingham New Street (BHM)18:18Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£191One-way0 changes
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G0092018:491h32Birmingham New Street (BHM)20:21Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£421One-way1 change
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G6679817:491h32Birmingham New Street (BHM)19:21Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£421One-way1 change
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G0094516:491h32Birmingham New Street (BHM)18:21Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£421One-way1 change
W332669:391h39Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:18Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£421One-way0 changes
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G6683619:491h40Birmingham New Street (BHM)21:29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£421One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 126 km
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2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C17861 | On time 17:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 18:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
S77874 · W33726 | On time 17:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h57 | 19:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C17767 | 17:34 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 19:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33486+ G66799 | Delayed 17:13 17:49Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h34 | 19:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C17899 | On time 18:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h46 | 19:50 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
S77873 · W33523 | On time 18:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h57 | 20:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C17787 | On time 18:34 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 20:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33485+ G00922 | Delayed 18:13 18:49Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h34 | 20:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C17896 | On time 18:57 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h45 | 20:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00896+ C17896 | On time 19:01 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h41 | 20:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
S77872 · W33432 | On time 19:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h59 | 21:06 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C17764 | 19:34 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 21:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33721+ G66835 | Delayed 19:13 19:49Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h46 | 21:35 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
S77871 · W33768 | On time 20:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h58 | 22:05 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C17933 | On time 20:34 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h38 | 22:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33790+ G00910 | 21:01 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h46 | 22:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| Sunday 31 May | |||||
C17900 | 9:32 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h43 | 11:15 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33266 | 9:39 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h39 | 11:18 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17877 | 10:34 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h41 | 12:15 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17902 | 11:34 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h41 | 13:15 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
S78038 · W33288 | 12:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h57 | 14:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C17842 | 12:34 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h44 | 14:18 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
S78039 · W33270 | 13:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h57 | 15:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C18011 | 13:34 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h44 | 15:18 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17999 | 14:34 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h44 | 16:18 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
S78036 · W33190 | 15:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h57 | 17:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C18009 | 15:34 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h44 | 17:18 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
S78035 · W33135 | 16:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h57 | 18:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C17894 | 16:34 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h44 | 18:18 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00945+ W33079 | 16:49 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h32 | 18:21 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Trains from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 126 km distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 5:34 |
Last train 22:01 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Mersey Rail, Cross Country from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Mersey Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- In the middle of the station.
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- 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.
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located in the main concourse.
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
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