Great Sankey to Liverpool train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Great Sankey to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£4

Average price

£4

Fastest journey

34 m

Average duration

34 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

22 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Great Sankey to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Great Sankey to Liverpool will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Great Sankey for Liverpool every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .

The slowest trains will take 34 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.

Northern Rail (3)
10:210h34
Great Sankey
10:55Liverpool
£41One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Great Sankey to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Great Sankey to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £2.

Distance: 22 km

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Coach

£5

Average Price

£4

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 56m

Average total duration

1h 26m

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30m

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Great Sankey to Liverpool train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 07:03
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
northern_rail07:13 Warrington West
0h39
07:52 Liverpool0 changesdirect
northern_rail07:46 Warrington West
0h40
08:26 Liverpool0 changesdirect
northern_rail07:50 Warrington West
0h39
08:29 Liverpool1 change
northern_rail08:20 Warrington West
0h35
08:55 Liverpool0 changesdirect
first_transpennine_express08:42 Warrington West
0h47
09:29 Liverpool1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Great Sankey to Liverpool

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Trains from Great Sankey to Liverpool run on average 4 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
22 km
Average train duration
36m
Cheapest ticket price
£2
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
35m
First train
00:10
Last train
23:46
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Great Sankey to Liverpool trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Great Sankey and Liverpool from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
34m
Cheapest Price
£2
Northern Rail (3) frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
24m
Cheapest Price
£21
first_transpennine_express frequency
5 a day

FAQs: Great Sankey to Liverpool train

FAQs: Travel by train from Great Sankey to Liverpool easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Great Sankey to Liverpool.
FAQs
The train distance from Great Sankey to Liverpool is 22 km.
Booking trains from Great Sankey to Liverpool in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Great Sankey and Liverpool. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express.
The cost of a train ticket from Great Sankey to Liverpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £5.
The train journey from Great Sankey to Liverpool covers a distance of 22 km and takes approximately 35m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Great Sankey to Liverpool is by train, costing approximately £2.
To get from Great Sankey to Liverpool, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train station in Great Sankey that goes to Liverpool is Warrington West (WAW), and it arrives at Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Great Sankey to Liverpool.
Yes, you can take the train from Great Sankey to Liverpool.
The first train from Great Sankey to Liverpool leaves at 0:10.
The last train from Great Sankey to Liverpool departs at 23:46.
Trains from Great Sankey to Liverpool run approximately 4 times per day.
There is no night train service from Great Sankey to Liverpool.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Great Sankey and Liverpool

Great Sankey
Liverpool
The major train station for departures in Great Sankey is Sankey for Penketh. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sankey for Penketh for your trip from Great Sankey to Liverpool.
Sankey for PenkethParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Sankey for Penketh
  • Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Station Rd. (Station side of road for Liverpool, opposite for Manchester).
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 00:10 Sunday 08:15 - 23:35
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Warrington West
  • Onward travel information: There is a bus stop outside and to the right of the station as you exit the building.
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Allocated bus stop outside the satation

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