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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£54
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£82
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
3 h 38 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
3 h 41 m
Trains on 20 Oct
29
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Cardiff Central (CDF) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
To travel from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) you need to make at least one change.
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C1777310:104h07Cardiff Central (CDF)14:17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£541One-way2 changes- Y62071+G00872+C1775812:104h07Cardiff Central (CDF)16:17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£541One-way2 changes
- G00946+C1786914:454h02Cardiff Central (CDF)18:47Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£581One-way1 change
- G66712+C177748:453h57Cardiff Central (CDF)12:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£581One-way1 change
- G39035+
C0799713:233h49Cardiff Central (CDF)17:12Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£611One-way1 change
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W339168:453h38Cardiff Central (CDF)12:23Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£1101One-way1 change - G00900+W3399611:453h38Cardiff Central (CDF)15:23Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£1101One-way1 change
- G00905+W3391813:453h38Cardiff Central (CDF)17:23Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£1101One-way1 change
- G00844+W339836:403h43Cardiff Central (CDF)10:23Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£1101One-way1 change
- G38983+C1778112:553h47Cardiff Central (CDF)16:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£1101One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:33, the last at 18:38. The fastest train covers the 215 km distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 215 km |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 3:33 |
Last train 18:38 |
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Live departures
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff Central (CDF) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y63472+W34248 | On time 16:16 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h49 | 20:05 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| Y63472+C08021 | On time 16:16 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h56 | 20:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
G00894+C18002+ W35435 | Delayed 16:09 16:21Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h56 | 20:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| G39042+C00606 | On time 19:38 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h05 | 23:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 20 October | |||||
| G15040+G66716+C17903 | 6:24 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h53 | 10:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| G00844+C17810 | 6:40 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h02 | 10:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G00844+W33983 | 6:40 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h43 | 10:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G38945+C17810 | 6:46 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h56 | 10:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| W35167+G66721+C17887 | 7:23 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h54 | 11:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| G15041+G00854+C17797 | 8:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h59 | 12:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| G66712+W33916 | 8:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h38 | 12:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G66712+C17774 | 8:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h57 | 12:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G38967+C17774 | 8:55 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h47 | 12:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G39027+C07965 | 9:23 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h49 | 13:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G38949+C17780 | 9:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h49 | 13:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| Y61994+G66735+C17773 | 10:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h07 | 14:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| W35178+G66735+C17773 | 10:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h59 | 14:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| G38975+C17778 | 10:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h54 | 14:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G39032+C07981 | 11:23 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h49 | 15:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G00900+W33996 | 11:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h38 | 15:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G00900+C17775 | 11:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h57 | 15:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G38953+C17775 | 11:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h49 | 15:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| Y62071+G00872+C17758 | 12:10 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h07 | 16:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| G15046+G00872+C17758 | 12:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h59 | 16:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| G38983+C17781 | 12:55 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h47 | 16:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G39035+C07997 | 13:23 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h49 | 17:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G00905+W33918 | 13:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h38 | 17:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G38955+C17966 | 13:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h49 | 17:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G38955 · G38368+C08007 | 13:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h34 | 18:27 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| W35188+G00883+C18003 | 14:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h59 | 18:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| G00946+W34223 | 14:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h50 | 18:35 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G00946+C17869 | 14:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 4h02 | 18:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G38991+C17869 | 14:50 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h57 | 18:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
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FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Cardiff Central (CDF) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most Cardiff Central (CDF) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the Cardiff Central to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Central (CDF) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
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.
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