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Museum of Liverpool
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Compare train and coach for Brentwood to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brentwood to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £90 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £90, while a train costs an average of £90.
Distance: 298 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£90 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Brentwood to Liverpool is a train with an average price of £90.
The fastest way to travel from Brentwood to Liverpool is by train with an average journey time of 3h 10m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brentwood and Liverpool including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 1h 2m sooner (3h 10m by train vs 4h 12m by car). Tickets start at around £90 compared to roughly £60 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Avanti West Coast operates all trains services from Brentwood to Liverpool.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brentwood to Liverpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Brentwood to Liverpool run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £76 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 20:48. The fastest train covers the 298 km distance in 3h 7m.
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 298 km |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £76 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 5:06 |
Last train 20:48 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 2 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: Avanti West Coast from Brentwood to Liverpool trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Brentwood and Liverpool from £76. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
3h 7m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£76
Avanti West Coast frequency
6 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
Complete guide to Liverpool
Things to do in Liverpool
Discover the best of Liverpool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Liverpool trip today.
- Must visit
World Museum
An extensive museum of archaeology, world cultures and natural history, known for varied displays and free family visits.
- Recommended
Tate Liverpool
A waterfront gallery with British art, decorative works and changing exhibitions in a landmark dockside building.
- Must visit
Royal Albert Dock Liverpool
Liverpool’s revived dock complex with museums, waterfront walks, historic warehouses and some of the city’s best views.
- Recommended
Ropewalks
A compact central quarter known for independent shops, street art, music venues and a lively creative atmosphere.
- Recommended
Hope Street
A broad Georgian street lined with cultural venues, gardens and major civic buildings, ideal for a scenic walk.
- Gluten-free
Scouse
A hearty beef stew with root vegetables, long linked to Liverpool’s dockworkers and home cooking. It is one of the city’s best-known traditional dishes.
- Gluten-free
Blind Scouse
A lighter local variation of scouse made with lamb or mutton, potatoes and vegetables. It reflects older Liverpool home-style cooking traditions.
- Vegetarian
Wet Nelly
A local bakery favourite made from leftover cake pieces bound with sweet filling and covered in icing or chocolate. It is strongly associated with Liverpool bakeries.
Roski
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate, polished setting. A strong choice for a special meal in central Liverpool.
Ma Boyle's
Historic pub famed for serving traditional scouse and classic British comfort food in a busy, characterful city-centre setting.
The London Carriage Works
Long-established seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish and a smart but relaxed dining room near the waterfront.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses, trains and attractions can still add up in peak periods.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10%. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
Merseytravel
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £6.80
To the city centre
Liverpool Lime Street Station -> Liverpool ONE Bus Station, Liverpool
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Saveaway is an off-peak day ticket only. It is not valid for journeys starting between 06:31 and 09:29 on Mondays to Fridays.
- Saveaway can be bought with cash, credit or debit card. Merseytravel also states MetroCard tickets can be bought on board Arriva or Stagecoach buses.
FAQs: Brentwood to Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brentwood 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Brentwood to Liverpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £76, while the average price tends to be around £90.
The train journey from Brentwood to Liverpool covers a distance of 298 km and takes approximately 3h 7m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Brentwood to Liverpool is 298 km.
The first train from Brentwood to Liverpool leaves at 5:06.
The last train from Brentwood to Liverpool departs at 20:48.
Trains from Brentwood to Liverpool run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Brentwood to Liverpool.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Brentwood to Liverpool.
There is no night train service from Brentwood to Liverpool.
The train station in Brentwood that goes to Liverpool is Brentwood station (BRE), and it arrives at Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
The cheapest way to get from Brentwood to Liverpool is by train, costing approximately £76.
Booking trains from Brentwood to Liverpool in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Brentwood to Liverpool offers varied scenery, including urban landscapes, glimpses of the countryside, and occasional views of the coast, though it is not renowned as one of the UK's most scenic train routes.
Yes, you can take the train from Brentwood to Liverpool.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brentwood and Liverpool
Most Brentwood to Liverpool trains use the Brentwood to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Brentwood and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Brentwood
Arrival train stations in Liverpool
Which Brentwood station do trains to Liverpool leave from?
Trains from Brentwood to Liverpool leave from Brentwood. The station is 1 km from Brentwood city centre at Brentwood station, Warley Hill, Brentwood, Essex, CM14 4EW.
BrentwoodBrentwood station, Warley Hill, Brentwood, Essex, CM14 4EW+44 343 222 1234
City-centre transport
Getting to Brentwood from Brentwood city centre
Bus37, 351 · 5m · £3 · every ~9 min
9, 251 · 5m · £3 · every ~3 min
Brentwood train station facilities and services
Brentwood has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Brentwood.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Brentwood.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brentwood. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brentwood: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brentwood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brentwood: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category B3. This station has step-free access to some platforms. It is step-free from the booking hall via lifts to Platforms 1, 2 and 3. Access to Platform 4 through Alexandra Road car park entrance via a high gradient road. Staff ramp assistance is always available Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the ticket hall on Warley Hill and inside the station entrance on platform 4 The Parade, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Liverpool Lime StreetLime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Suburban train linesWirral Line (green)
Bus lines9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
Train linesNorthern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
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.
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