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Compare train and coach for East Croydon (ECR) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Croydon (ECR) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, while a train costs an average of £167.
Distance: 299 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£167 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from East Croydon (ECR) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV):
A coach is £128 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from East Croydon (ECR) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) costing on average £167.
Other travel options to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 23m.
You'll arrive about 1h 15m sooner (3h 26m by train vs 4h 41m by car). Tickets start at around £167 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.
Compare prices and tickets East Croydon (ECR) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) by train or coach
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Why should you book East Croydon (ECR) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains or Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from East Croydon (ECR) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains or Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from East Croydon (ECR) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from East Croydon (ECR) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Journey information
Overview: Train from East Croydon (ECR) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
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Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £116 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 299 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 299 km |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £116 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 22:51 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink from East Croydon (ECR) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between East Croydon (ECR) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: East Croydon (ECR) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Croydon (ECR) 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 East Croydon (ECR) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most East Croydon (ECR) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the East Croydon to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare East Croydon (ECR) 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 East Croydon from Croydon city centre
East Croydon is 1 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
East Croydon train station facilities and services
East Croydon 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 and drink options are available at East Croydon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at East Croydon. ATMs are available at East Croydon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at East Croydon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at East Croydon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at East Croydon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at East Croydon: 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 all platforms. Lifts to overbridge from all platforms and side entrance. Long steep ramps to platforms from main entrance. (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Information Point on station concourse, 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.
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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