The cheapest and fastest trains from Grantham to Liverpool
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£107
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grantham to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grantham to Liverpool will cost around £107 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
Of the 26 trains that leave Grantham for Liverpool 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 165 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 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 42 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.
12:003h29Grantham15:29Liverpool£541One-way0 changes
13:003h29Grantham16:29Liverpool£541One-way0 changes
15:003h29Grantham18:29Liverpool£541One-way0 changes
16:003h29Grantham19:29Liverpool£541One-way0 changes
17:013h28Grantham20:29Liverpool£541One-way0 changes
16:172h41Grantham18:58Liverpool£1231One-way1 change
11:172h42Grantham13:59Liverpool£1231One-way1 change
13:172h42Grantham15:59Liverpool£1231One-way1 change
14:172h42Grantham16:59Liverpool£1231One-way1 change
15:172h42Grantham17:59Liverpool£1231One-way1 change
Live departures
Grantham to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Grantham to Liverpool trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:17 Grantham | 3h14 | 14:31 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grantham to Liverpool
Trains from Grantham to Liverpool run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 165 km distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 165 km |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 0:18 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), east_midlands_trains, Hull Trains from Grantham to Liverpool trainsEast Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), east_midlands_trains, Hull Trains trains will get you between Grantham and Liverpool from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Grantham to Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grantham 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 Grantham and Liverpool
Most Grantham to Liverpool trains use the Grantham to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool South Parkway. Use this guide to compare Grantham and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Grantham station do trains to Liverpool leave from?
Getting to Grantham from Grantham city centre
Grantham train station facilities and services
Grantham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Grantham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Grantham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Grantham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grantham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Grantham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grantham: 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 taxis: Advance booking advisable, 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 Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. 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 Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: 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.
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