The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Liverpool
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Liverpool will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 3 trains that leave Gloucester for Liverpool every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 54 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.
7:482h54Gloucester10:42Liverpool£351One-way0 changes
8:482h54Gloucester11:42Liverpool£461One-way0 changes
8:242h53Gloucester11:17Liverpool£991One-way0 changes
8:242h53Gloucester11:17Liverpool£991One-way0 changes
8:482h54Gloucester11:42Liverpool£461One-way0 changes
7:482h54Gloucester10:42Liverpool£351One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Gloucester to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 179 km
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3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gloucester to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Liverpool trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:08 Gloucester | 3h09 | 10:17 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:48 Gloucester | 2h54 | 10:42 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Gloucester to Liverpool by coach or train
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Why should you book Gloucester to Liverpool trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs West Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for West Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Gloucester to Liverpool.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Gloucester to Liverpool.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Gloucester to Liverpool.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Liverpool
Trains from Gloucester to Liverpool run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:49. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 20:49 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Gloucester to Liverpool trainsWest Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Gloucester and Liverpool from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gloucester to Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Liverpool
Most Gloucester to Liverpool trains use the Gloucester to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool South Parkway. Use this guide to compare Gloucester and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gloucester station do trains to Liverpool leave from?
Getting to Gloucester from Gloucester city centre
Gloucester train station facilities and services
Gloucester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, 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 Gloucester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gloucester. ATMs are available at Gloucester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gloucester.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gloucester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gloucester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gloucester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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.
Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: 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 are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: Yes.
Getting to Seaforth & Litherland from Liverpool city centre
Seaforth & Litherland is 6 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Seaforth & Litherland train station facilities and services
Seaforth & Litherland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Seaforth & Litherland. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Seaforth & Litherland: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Seaforth & Litherland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Seaforth & Litherland: 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”Ticket office and platforms are step free, however they are accessed by a ramp that is over 30m long, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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