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The cheapest and fastest trains from Dunbar to Liverpool
Showing times and prices for 15 Jan
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£122
Fastest journey
4 h 12 m
Average duration
4 h 26 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
290 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dunbar to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dunbar to Liverpool will cost around £122 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Dunbar for Liverpool every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 290 km distance in an average of 4 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 36 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.
19:384h25
Dunbar00:03Liverpool
£781One-way
0 changes
09:595h00
Dunbar14:59Liverpool
£1021One-way
1 change
14:354h24
Dunbar18:59Liverpool
£1021One-way
1 change
06:114h48
Dunbar10:59Liverpool
£1631One-way
1 change
17:534h12
Dunbar22:05Liverpool
£1631One-way
1 change
17:534h12
Dunbar22:05Liverpool
£1631One-way
1 change
14:354h24
Dunbar18:59Liverpool
£1021One-way
1 change
19:384h25
Dunbar00:03Liverpool
£781One-way
0 changes
07:254h34
Dunbar11:59Liverpool
£2441One-way
1 change
15:284h36
Dunbar20:04Liverpool
£2441One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dunbar to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dunbar to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £79.
Distance: 290 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£173 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 48m Average total duration 10h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dunbar to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Dunbar to Liverpool trains for today, Wednesday 14 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 04:04
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:11 Dunbar | 4h48 | 10:59 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 07:25 Dunbar | 4h34 | 11:59 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 09:59 Dunbar | 5h00 | 14:59 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 14:35 Dunbar | 4h24 | 18:59 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 15:28 Dunbar | 4h36 | 20:04 Liverpool | 1 change |
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Overview: Train from Dunbar to Liverpool
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Trains from Dunbar to Liverpool run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £79 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 290 km distance in 4h 12m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £35
Distance 290 km |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £79 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 19:40 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £35
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express, LNER, Cross Country from Dunbar to Liverpool trainsAvanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express, LNER, Cross Country trains will get you between Dunbar and Liverpool from £35. 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 Duration
4h 35m
Cheapest Price
£45
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 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
LNER
About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 12m
Cheapest Price
£145
LNER frequency
1 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
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 24m
Cheapest Price
£78
first_transpennine_express frequency
2 a day
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 31m
Cheapest Price
£245
Cross Country frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Dunbar to Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dunbar 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 Dunbar to Liverpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £79, while the average price tends to be around £173.
The train journey from Dunbar to Liverpool covers a distance of 290 km and takes approximately 4h 12m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Dunbar to Liverpool is 290 km.
The first train from Dunbar to Liverpool leaves at 5:20.
The last train from Dunbar to Liverpool departs at 19:40.
Trains from Dunbar to Liverpool run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Dunbar to Liverpool.
Yes, there is a direct train between Dunbar and Liverpool. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by first_transpennine_express.
To get from Dunbar to Liverpool, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Dunbar to Liverpool.
The train station in Dunbar that goes to Liverpool is Dunbar station (DUN), and it arrives at Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
The cheapest way to get from Dunbar to Liverpool is by coach, costing approximately £35.
Booking trains from Dunbar 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 Dunbar to Liverpool is quite scenic, offering picturesque views of the British countryside, including rolling hills and coastal landscapes, particularly as the route passes through parts of the Northumberland Coast and the Lake District regions.
A day trip from Dunbar to Liverpool is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 12m. The distance is 290 km and there are 6 trains per day.
In Liverpool, explore the vibrant Baltic Triangle, take a scenic ferry across the Mersey River, and visit the Walker Art Gallery. Enjoy performances at the Liverpool Empire Theatre and delve into the city's heritage at the Museum of Liverpool. Discover top sights like The Beatles Story, Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool Cathedral, Anfield Stadium, and St George's Hall.
Three days in Liverpool is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Royal Albert Dock, The Beatles Story, and the Liverpool Cathedral, while also enjoying the vibrant local culture.
Yes, you can take the train from Dunbar to Liverpool.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dunbar and Liverpool
Dunbar
Liverpool
The major train station for departures in Dunbar is Dunbar. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dunbar for your trip from Dunbar to Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 21:30 Saturday 06:25 - 20:40 Sunday 11:15 - 21:30
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 6
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Staff members telephone Taxi firm for customers, arrive within a few minutes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office building
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Dunbar
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
The major train station for arrivals in Liverpool is Liverpool Lime Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool Lime Street for your journey to Liverpool from Dunbar.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- 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.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
Dining
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
Taxis
- 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.
Accessibility
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse.
Public transport options for Liverpool Lime Street
- 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.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Liverpool Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:21 - 00:13 Sunday 07:41 - 00:13 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located in the Concourse at the Moorfields Entrance of the station; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Access to the National key toilets is controlled by the barrier line station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Moorfields
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Moorfields Station, Moorfields , Liverpool L2
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