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The cheapest and fastest trains from Greenock to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for 13 Dec

Cheapest price

£95

Average price

£95

Fastest journey

4 h 14 m

Average duration

4 h 34 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

305 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Greenock to Liverpool will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £95.

Fast trains

To travel from Greenock to Liverpool you need to make at least one change.

ScotRail
07:024h44
Greenock West
11:46Liverpool
£951One-way
1 change
ScotRail
11:024h44
Greenock West
15:46Liverpool
£951One-way
1 change
ScotRail
15:324h14
Greenock West
19:46Liverpool
£951One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Greenock to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greenock to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £96.

Distance: 305 km

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£96

Average Price

£35

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5h 5m

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4h 35m

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30m

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8h 41m

Average total duration

8h 11m

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Live departures

Greenock to Liverpool train times

The table below shows live departures for Greenock to Liverpool trains for today, Friday 12 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 11:52
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ScotRail15:32 Greenock West
4h14
19:46 Liverpool1 change
Saturday 13 December
ScotRail07:02 Greenock West
4h44
11:46 Liverpool1 change
ScotRail11:02 Greenock West
4h44
15:46 Liverpool1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Greenock to Liverpool

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Trains from Greenock to Liverpool run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £96 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 16:33. The fastest train covers the 305 km distance in 4h 14m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £35
Distance
305 km
Average train duration
4h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
£96
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
4h 14m
First train
05:26
Last train
16:33
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £35

Train companies: ScotRail from Greenock to Liverpool trainsScotRail trains will get you between Greenock and Liverpool from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

ScotRail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 14m
Cheapest Price
£96
ScotRail frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Greenock to Liverpool train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greenock 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.

FAQs
To get from Greenock to Liverpool, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Three days in Liverpool is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Royal Albert Dock, The Beatles Story, and the Liverpool Cathedral, while also enjoying the vibrant local culture.
In Liverpool, explore the vibrant Baltic Triangle, take a scenic ferry across the Mersey River, and visit the Walker Art Gallery. Enjoy performances at the Liverpool Empire Theatre and delve into the city's heritage at the Museum of Liverpool. Discover top sights like The Beatles Story, Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool Cathedral, Anfield Stadium, and St George's Hall.
Booking trains from Greenock to Liverpool in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Greenock to Liverpool is 305 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Greenock to Liverpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £96, while the average price tends to be around £96.
The train journey from Greenock to Liverpool covers a distance of 305 km and takes approximately 4h 14m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Greenock to Liverpool is by coach, costing approximately £35.
The train station in Greenock that goes to Liverpool is Greenock Central (GKC), and it arrives at Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
The first train from Greenock to Liverpool leaves at 5:26.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Greenock to Liverpool.
The last train from Greenock to Liverpool departs at 16:33.
Yes, you can take the train from Greenock to Liverpool.
Trains from Greenock to Liverpool run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Greenock to Liverpool.
There is no night train service from Greenock to Liverpool.
A day trip from Greenock to Liverpool is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 14m. The distance covered is 305 km and trains run 5 times per day.
The train journey from Greenock to Liverpool offers a mix of industrial and natural landscapes. Travellers can enjoy views of the River Clyde and the rolling hills of the Scottish Lowlands before entering more urban areas as they approach Liverpool.

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Important Stations and Airports in Greenock and Liverpool

Greenock
Liverpool
The major train station for departures in Greenock is Greenock West. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Greenock West for your trip from Greenock to Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 00:05 Sunday 07:55 - 00:05
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs down to below ground platforms
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Greenock West
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Nelson Street outside West College
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:20 - 20:34 Saturday 07:20 - 20:34 Sunday 09:20 - 17:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1, ramp to platform 2 and stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. A key is available from the Ticket Office upon request. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Greenock Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Dalrymple Street: outside Kwikfit garage for buses to Glasgow, outside Job Centre for buses to Gourock)

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