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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Showing times and prices for 17 Jul

Cheapest price

£13

Average price

£23

Fastest journey

1 h 29 m

Average duration

1 h 29 m

Trains per day

43

Distance

104 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.

Fast trains

Of the 43 trains that leave Leeds station (LDS) for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) every day 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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.

  • Transpennine ExpressC24641 · W84734
    20:452h15
    Leeds station (LDS)
    23:00Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £131One-way
    1 change
  • Transpennine ExpressC24641+Northern RailG86143
    20:452h07
    Leeds station (LDS)
    22:52Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £131One-way
    1 change
  • Transpennine ExpressC24641 · C24984
    20:452h20
    Leeds station (LDS)
    23:05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £141One-way
    1 change
  • Transpennine ExpressG15928
    7:001h31
    Leeds station (LDS)
    8:31Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressG15926
    8:001h33
    Leeds station (LDS)
    9:33Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £161One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £10.

Distance: 104 km

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£22

Average Price

£9

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Cheapest

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Average total duration

Fastest

1h 50m

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Additional time*

3h 17m

Average total duration

2h 47m

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Live departures

Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times

The table below shows live departures for Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressW847666:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h32
7:32 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG160086:30 Leeds station (LDS)
1h31
8:01 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG159287:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h31
8:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG160187:30 Leeds station (LDS)
1h29
8:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89080 · G861707:42 Leeds station (LDS)
3h11
10:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressG159268:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h33
9:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC249458:30 Leeds station (LDS)
1h29
9:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89084 · G861768:42 Leeds station (LDS)
3h11
11:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressC243929:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h31
10:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG160139:30 Leeds station (LDS)
1h29
10:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC2439910:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h31
11:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG16071 · C2495210:15 Leeds station (LDS)
1h44
11:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressC2495210:30 Leeds station (LDS)
1h29
11:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG1592311:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h31
12:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC2495411:30 Leeds station (LDS)
1h29
12:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89095 · G8614111:42 Leeds station (LDS)
3h11
14:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressG1593012:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h31
13:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG1590712:30 Leeds station (LDS)
1h29
13:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC2440713:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h31
14:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG1592213:30 Leeds station (LDS)
1h29
14:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84697+Northern RailG8941813:38 Leeds station (LDS)
3h22
17:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89102 · G8616313:42 Leeds station (LDS)
3h11
16:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressG1592714:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h31
15:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01153+Transpennine ExpressW8469714:15 Leeds station (LDS)
2h45
17:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressG1590014:30 Leeds station (LDS)
1h29
15:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89105 · G8616714:42 Leeds station (LDS)
3h11
17:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressG1587215:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h34
16:34 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
CrossCountryG01154+Transpennine ExpressW8470215:15 Leeds station (LDS)
2h45
18:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressC2496515:30 Leeds station (LDS)
1h29
16:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89075 · G8617115:42 Leeds station (LDS)
2h47
18:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressC2502216:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h31
17:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC2496916:30 Leeds station (LDS)
1h29
17:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG1588217:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h32
18:32 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG15837 · C2497217:15 Leeds station (LDS)
1h44
18:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressC2497217:30 Leeds station (LDS)
1h29
18:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG1586718:01 Leeds station (LDS)
1h30
19:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW85310+East Midlands RailwayC2180318:08 Leeds station (LDS)
2h21
20:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15817 · C2497518:15 Leeds station (LDS)
1h46
20:01 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressC2497518:30 Leeds station (LDS)
1h31
20:01 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG1588419:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h32
20:32 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG15815 · C2497919:15 Leeds station (LDS)
1h44
20:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressC2497919:30 Leeds station (LDS)
1h29
20:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89089 · G8614319:42 Leeds station (LDS)
3h10
22:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressC2442920:00 Leeds station (LDS)
1h33
21:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC2498020:30 Leeds station (LDS)
1h35
22:05 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24641 · W8473420:45 Leeds station (LDS)
2h15
23:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24641 · C2498420:45 Leeds station (LDS)
2h20
23:05 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24641+Northern RailG8614320:45 Leeds station (LDS)
2h07
22:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressC2498421:10 Leeds station (LDS)
1h55
23:05 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailL89293 · G8615621:17 Leeds station (LDS)
3h11
0:28 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15832 · W8473821:45 Leeds station (LDS)
2h12
23:57 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15832 · C2498821:45 Leeds station (LDS)
2h46
0:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89267+Transpennine ExpressC2498822:12 Leeds station (LDS)
2h19
0:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressC2498822:45 Leeds station (LDS)
1h46
0:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

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Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 104 km distance in 1h 31m.

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 £4
Distance
104 km
Average train duration
1h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
1h 31m
First train
7:00
Last train
22:45
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
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 £4

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express from Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Leeds station (LDS) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 31m
Cheapest Price
£10
Transpennine Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Rail

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
2h 10m
Cheapest Price
£18
Northern Rail frequency
2 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

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 29m
Cheapest Price
£37
TransPennine Express frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Lime Street (LIV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £22.
The train journey from Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) covers a distance of 104 km and takes approximately 1h 31m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is 104 km.
The first train from Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 7:00.
The last train from Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) departs at 22:45.
Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Yes, there is a direct train between Leeds station (LDS) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV). The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express.
To get from Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
The cheapest way to get from Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Leeds to Liverpool Lime Street offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through the Pennines with views of rolling hills, picturesque towns, and the scenic Calder Valley.
Yes, a day trip from Leeds to Liverpool Lime Street is feasible with a travel time of 1h 31m and a distance of 104 km. There are 7 trains per day for this route.
Yes, you can take the train from Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leeds station (LDS) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Most Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the Leeds to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds station (LDS) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Leeds
Arrival train stations in Liverpool
LeedsNew Station St, Leeds LS1 4DY, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre

Bus lines1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
Train linesNorthern, TransPennine Express

Leeds train station facilities and services

Leeds 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.

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