The cheapest and fastest trains from Durham station (DHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham station (DHM) 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 Durham station (DHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
Of the 6 trains that leave Durham station (DHM) for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 178 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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.
C2497918:172h42Durham station (DHM)20:59Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£561One-way0 changes
C2497517:182h43Durham station (DHM)20:01Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£561One-way0 changes
C2498019:182h47Durham station (DHM)22:05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£561One-way0 changes
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G8617315:183h35Durham station (DHM)18:53Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£581One-way2 changes
C2496915:182h41Durham station (DHM)17:59Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£671One-way0 changes
C2496915:182h41Durham station (DHM)17:59Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£671One-way0 changes
C2497216:182h41Durham station (DHM)18:59Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£671One-way0 changes
C2497918:172h42Durham station (DHM)20:59Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£561One-way0 changes
C2497517:182h43Durham station (DHM)20:01Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£561One-way0 changes
C2498019:182h47Durham station (DHM)22:05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£561One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and ferry for Durham station (DHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham station (DHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 178 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry |
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£45 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price |
3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Durham station (DHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Durham station (DHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:06 Durham station (DHM) | 2h53 | 8:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:18 Durham station (DHM) | 3h35 | 11:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:18 Durham station (DHM) | 3h35 | 16:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:56 Durham station (DHM) | 7h25 | 6:21 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Durham station (DHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) by coach, train or ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham station (DHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Trains from Durham station (DHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:37, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 178 km distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 178 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 3:37 |
Last train 22:56 |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express from Durham station (DHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsTranspennine Express trains will get you between Durham station (DHM) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Durham station (DHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham station (DHM) 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 Durham station (DHM) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most Durham station (DHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the Durham to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Durham station (DHM) 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 Durham from Durham city centre
Durham train station facilities and services
Durham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Durham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Durham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Durham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Durham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Durham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Durham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
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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