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Museum of Liverpool
A major museum covering Liverpool’s global links, city life and transport, with family-friendly displays and broad local history.
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£104
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
4 h 35 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
346 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Liverpool will cost around £104 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
To travel from Brighton to Liverpool you need to make at least 3 changes.
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C24954Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 346 km
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£78 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 59m Average total duration 9h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Liverpool trains for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G77256+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ W34199+ C17774 | On time 8:06 Brighton station (BTN) | 4h36 | 12:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 changes | |
W45478+ Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+ W34033+ G38520 | On time 8:09 Brighton station (BTN) | 4h50 | 12:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4 changes | |
W45478+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ W34033+ G38520 | On time 8:09 Brighton station (BTN) | 4h50 | 12:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5 changes | |
W45413+ Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+ W34033+ G38520 | 8:26 Brighton station (BTN) | 4h33 | 12:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4 changes | |
W45413+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ W34033+ G38520 | 8:26 Brighton station (BTN) | 4h33 | 12:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5 changes | |
G77261+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ W34033+ G38520 | On time 8:36 Brighton station (BTN) | 4h23 | 12:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4 changes | |
G77289+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ W34211+ C17781 | On time 12:09 Brighton station (BTN) | 4h33 | 16:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 changes | |
W45474+ Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+ W34069+ G38529 | On time 12:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 4h45 | 16:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4 changes | |
W45474+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ W34069+ G38529 | 12:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 4h45 | 16:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5 changes | |
W45372+ Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+ W34069+ G38529 | On time 12:28 Brighton station (BTN) | 4h31 | 16:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4 changes | |
W45372+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ W34069+ G38529 | On time 12:28 Brighton station (BTN) | 4h31 | 16:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5 changes | |
G77293+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ W34069+ G38529 | On time 12:39 Brighton station (BTN) | 4h20 | 16:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4 changes | |
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Trains from Brighton to Liverpool run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 346 km distance in 4h 9m.
Distance 346 km |
Average train duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 0:39 |
Last train 20:51 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
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A broad Georgian street lined with cultural venues, gardens and major civic buildings, ideal for a scenic walk.
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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.
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate, polished setting. A strong choice for a special meal in central Liverpool.
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Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses, trains and attractions can still add up in peak periods.
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.
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Liverpool Lime Street Station -> Liverpool ONE Bus Station, Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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.

Most Brighton to Liverpool trains use the Brighton to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool James Street. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Preston Park.
Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.
Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
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 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.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street 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 options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: 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”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
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