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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
3 h 28 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
283 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
To travel from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) you need to make at least one change.
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C1775918:514h29Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)23:20Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£281One-way1 change
G15790+
W44866+G1590420:144h19Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)0:33Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£351One-way2 changes- W33197+W84926+
G8612916:514h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)21:23Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£521One-way2 changes - W33197+W43688+G8612916:514h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)21:23Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£541One-way2 changes
- W85798 · G1599617:225h41Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)23:03Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£541One-way1 change
- W33350+W8489118:513h28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)22:19Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£971One-way1 change
- W84905 · W8488510:133h29Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£841One-way1 change
- W84924+G8916816:143h53Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)20:07Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£1151One-way1 change
- W84911+G8917712:123h55Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)16:07Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£1151One-way1 change
- W84917+G8915414:123h55Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:07Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£1151One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 283 km
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£57 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 17m Average total duration 8h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33398+G89124+G15911 | On time 10:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h38 | 14:30 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| W85791 · G15827 | On time 12:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h23 | 17:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| W84913+W33446+G85422 | On time 12:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h58 | 16:09 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| W33596+G89150 | On time 12:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h30 | 16:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| W84919+W33687+G85445 | On time 14:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h00 | 18:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| W85794 · G15830 | On time 14:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h25 | 19:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| W33762+G85450 | On time 14:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h28 | 18:20 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| W84925 · W84889 | On time 16:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h35 | 19:46 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| W33654+G89167 | On time 16:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h28 | 20:20 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| W85800 · G15917 | On time 17:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h37 | 23:10 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| W33385+G89179 | On time 18:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h37 | 22:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
 C02031+C24987 | On time 19:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h30 | 0:30 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| Sunday 19 July | |||||
 L87804+W33147+W44528+C01018 | 8:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h28 | 13:28 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 changes | |
L87804+W33147+ C04441 | 8:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h29 | 13:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
L87835+W33191+C04442+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 9:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h29 | 14:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 changes | |
| W84905 · W84885 | 10:13 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h29 | 13:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 20:14. The fastest train covers the 283 km distance in 3h 27m.
Distance 283 km |
Average train duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 4:43 |
Last train 20:14 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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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