The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Stansted Airport (SSD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Stansted Airport (SSD) will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £101.
Of the 1 trains that leave Liverpool Central (LVC) for Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 276 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 13 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.
11:574h13Liverpool Central (LVC)16:10Stansted Airport (SSD)£1011One-way0 changes
11:574h13Liverpool Central (LVC)16:10Stansted Airport (SSD)£1011One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Liverpool Central (LVC) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Stansted Airport (SSD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £73.
Distance: 276 km
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£95 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Liverpool Central (LVC) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Central (LVC) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains for tomorrow, Friday 29 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:57 Liverpool Central (LVC) | 4h13 | 16:10 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Liverpool Central (LVC) to Stansted Airport (SSD) by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Stansted Airport (SSD) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:28, the last at 14:44. The fastest train covers the 276 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 276 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 7:28 |
Last train 14:44 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool Central (LVC) and Stansted Airport (SSD) from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Liverpool Central (LVC) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Central (LVC) and Stansted Airport (SSD)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
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