The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£113
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
283 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around £113 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
To travel from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) you need to make at least one change.
W84731 · W84937 · W8521119:204h24Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)23:44Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£661One-way2 changes
W84718 · W8520917:204h19Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)21:39Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£841One-way1 change
G89653+
S7803012:154h05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)16:20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1151One-way1 change
G89638+
S7802718:154h11Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)22:26Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1151One-way1 change
P24222+
VT964900 · S7803010:255h55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)16:20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1151One-way2 changes
G89653+
S7803012:154h05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)16:20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1151One-way1 change
G89638+
S7802718:154h11Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)22:26Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1151One-way1 change
W84707 · W8520015:204h19Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)19:39Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1451One-way1 change
W84718 · W8520917:204h19Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)21:39Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£841One-way1 change
W84694 · W8519213:204h23Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)17:43Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1451One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 283 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£68 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 26m Average total duration 6h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P24222+ VT964900 · S78030 | 10:25 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h55 | 16:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
G89653+ S78030 | 12:15 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h05 | 16:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
A27233+ P24057 · G89048+ W33089 | 12:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h52 | 17:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4 changes | |
W84694 · W85192 | 13:20 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h23 | 17:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
A27231+ P24063 · G89050+ W33315 | 14:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h48 | 19:39 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4 changes | |
W84707 · W85200 | 15:20 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h19 | 19:39 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
W84718 · W85209 | 17:20 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h19 | 21:39 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
G89638+ S78027 | 18:15 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h11 | 22:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
W84731 · W84937 · W85211 | 19:20 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h24 | 23:44 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
31 May
01 Jun
02 Jun
03 Jun
04 Jun
05 Jun
06 Jun
07 Jun
08 Jun
09 Jun
10 Jun
11 Jun
12 Jun
13 Jun
14 Jun
15 Jun
16 Jun
17 Jun
18 Jun
19 Jun
20 Jun
Why should you book Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry or Caledonian Sleeper to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry or Caledonian Sleeper to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 20:13. The fastest train covers the 283 km distance in 3h 24m.
Distance 283 km |
Average train duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 24m |
First train 4:56 |
Last train 20:13 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
Transpennine Express
London North Eastern Railway
CrossCountry
Caledonian Sleeper
TransPennine Express
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- 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.
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located in the main concourse.
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
Most popular train connections from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
More options for your journey from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

