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The cheapest and fastest trains from Handforth to Liverpool
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 23 Sept
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£0.00
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£23
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
1 h 14 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
1 h 14 m
Trains on 23 Sept
50
Distance
51 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Handforth to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast trains
To travel from Handforth to Liverpool you need to make at least one change.
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Handforth to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Handforth to Liverpool trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:15 Handforth | 1h37 | 7:52 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 6:29 Handforth | 1h15 | 7:44 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 6:40 Handforth | 1h20 | 8:00 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 7:03 Handforth | 1h39 | 8:42 Liverpool | 2 changes | |
| 7:16 Handforth | 1h37 | 8:53 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 7:29 Handforth | 1h35 | 9:04 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 7:39 Handforth | 1h21 | 9:00 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 8:01 Handforth | 1h22 | 9:23 Liverpool | 2 changes | |
| 8:16 Handforth | 1h37 | 9:53 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 8:28 Handforth | 1h14 | 9:42 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 8:39 Handforth | 1h21 | 10:00 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 9:16 Handforth | 1h37 | 10:53 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 9:28 Handforth | 1h14 | 10:42 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 9:39 Handforth | 1h21 | 11:00 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 10:16 Handforth | 1h37 | 11:53 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 10:28 Handforth | 1h14 | 11:42 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 10:39 Handforth | 1h21 | 12:00 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 11:16 Handforth | 1h37 | 12:53 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 11:28 Handforth | 1h14 | 12:42 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 11:39 Handforth | 1h21 | 13:00 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 12:16 Handforth | 1h37 | 13:53 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 12:28 Handforth | 1h14 | 13:42 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 12:39 Handforth | 1h21 | 14:00 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 13:16 Handforth | 1h37 | 14:53 Liverpool | 1 change | |
| 13:28 Handforth | 1h19 | 14:47 Liverpool | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Handforth to Liverpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Handforth to Liverpool and enjoy the approximately 51 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 22:20.
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 51 km |
First train 4:51 |
Last train 22:20 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
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 Trains Limited from Handforth to Liverpool trainsNorthern Trains Limited trains will get you between Handforth and Liverpool. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
1h 14m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£14
Northern Trains Limited frequency
50 a day
Complete guide to Liverpool
Things to do in Liverpool
Discover the best of Liverpool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Liverpool trip today.
- Must visit
World Museum
An extensive museum of archaeology, world cultures and natural history, known for varied displays and free family visits.
- Recommended
Tate Liverpool
A waterfront gallery with British art, decorative works and changing exhibitions in a landmark dockside building.
- Must visit
Royal Albert Dock Liverpool
Liverpool’s revived dock complex with museums, waterfront walks, historic warehouses and some of the city’s best views.
- Recommended
Ropewalks
A compact central quarter known for independent shops, street art, music venues and a lively creative atmosphere.
- Recommended
Hope Street
A broad Georgian street lined with cultural venues, gardens and major civic buildings, ideal for a scenic walk.
- Gluten-free
Scouse
A hearty beef stew with root vegetables, long linked to Liverpool’s dockworkers and home cooking. It is one of the city’s best-known traditional dishes.
- Gluten-free
Blind Scouse
A lighter local variation of scouse made with lamb or mutton, potatoes and vegetables. It reflects older Liverpool home-style cooking traditions.
- Vegetarian
Wet Nelly
A local bakery favourite made from leftover cake pieces bound with sweet filling and covered in icing or chocolate. It is strongly associated with Liverpool bakeries.
Roski
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate, polished setting. A strong choice for a special meal in central Liverpool.
Ma Boyle's
Historic pub famed for serving traditional scouse and classic British comfort food in a busy, characterful city-centre setting.
The London Carriage Works
Long-established seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish and a smart but relaxed dining room near the waterfront.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses, trains and attractions can still add up in peak periods.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10%. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
Merseytravel
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £6.80
To the city centre
Liverpool Lime Street Station -> Liverpool ONE Bus Station, Liverpool
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Saveaway is an off-peak day ticket only. It is not valid for journeys starting between 06:31 and 09:29 on Mondays to Fridays.
- Saveaway can be bought with cash, credit or debit card. Merseytravel also states MetroCard tickets can be bought on board Arriva or Stagecoach buses.
FAQs: Handforth to Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Handforth 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.
The train distance from Handforth to Liverpool is 51 km.
The first train from Handforth to Liverpool leaves at 4:51.
The last train from Handforth to Liverpool departs at 22:20.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Handforth to Liverpool.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Handforth to Liverpool.
To get from Handforth to Liverpool, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Handforth to Liverpool.
The train station in Handforth that goes to Liverpool is Handforth station (HTH), and it arrives at Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Booking trains from Handforth to Liverpool in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Handforth to Liverpool offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the Cheshire countryside and glimpses of the River Mersey as you approach Liverpool.
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.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Handforth to Liverpool.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Handforth and Liverpool
Most Handforth to Liverpool trains use the Handforth to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool James Street. Use this guide to compare Handforth and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Handforth
Arrival train stations in Liverpool
Which Handforth station do trains to Liverpool leave from?
Trains from Handforth to Liverpool leave from Handforth. The station is from Handforth city centre at Handforth station, Station Road, Handforth, Cheshire, SK9 3AB.
HandforthHandforth station, Station Road, Handforth, Cheshire, SK9 3AB
City-centre transport
Getting to Handforth from Handforth city centre
Bus130 · 0m · £6 · every ~2 min
Handforth train station facilities and services
Handforth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Handforth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Handforth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Handforth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Handforth: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Handforth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Handforth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, Access to both platforms via separate flight of stairs from forecourt on road overbridge, 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.
Liverpool Lime StreetLime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Suburban train linesWirral Line (green)
Bus lines9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
Train linesNorthern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
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.
Liverpool James StreetLiverpool James Street station, James Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L2 7PQ
City-centre transport
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainWest Kirby - West Kirby, Chester - Chester, Hooton - Chester, Ellesmere Port - Birkenhead Hamilton Square, Rock Ferry - West Kirby, Rock Ferry - Ellesmere Port, Ellesmere Port - Ellesmere Port, New Brighton - New Brighton, Moorfields - Chester, Ellesmere Port - Chester, Hooton - Ellesmere Port, Birkenhead Hamilton Square - West Kirby · 3m · £0.90 · every ~22 min
Bus10A · 8m · £4 · every ~25 min
838 · 13m
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street 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 James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. 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 James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: 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”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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