The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Liverpool Street (LST)
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
287 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Liverpool Street (LST) 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 London Liverpool Street (LST) will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 3 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for London Liverpool Street (LST) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 287 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 30 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.
10:082h50Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:58London Liverpool Street (LST)£431One-way0 changes
12:082h50Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:58London Liverpool Street (LST)£521One-way0 changes
15:544h30Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)20:24London Liverpool Street (LST)£901One-way0 changes
10:082h50Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:58London Liverpool Street (LST)£431One-way0 changes
12:082h50Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:58London Liverpool Street (LST)£521One-way0 changes
15:544h30Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)20:24London Liverpool Street (LST)£901One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Liverpool Street (LST)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Liverpool Street (LST) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 287 km
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Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Liverpool Street (LST) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Liverpool Street (LST) trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:07 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h51 | 9:58 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h50 | 10:58 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h50 | 11:58 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h51 | 12:03 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h53 | 20:36 London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Liverpool Street (LST) by coach or train
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Why should you book Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Liverpool Street (LST) 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 West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Liverpool Street (LST).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Liverpool Street (LST).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Liverpool Street (LST).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Liverpool Street (LST)
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Liverpool Street (LST) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 17:43. The fastest train covers the 287 km distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 287 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 6:04 |
Last train 17:43 |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Liverpool Street (LST) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and London Liverpool Street (LST) from £9. 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 Lime Street (LIV) to London Liverpool Street (LST) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Liverpool Street (LST) 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 London Liverpool Street (LST), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and London Liverpool Street (LST)
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Liverpool Street (LST) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and London Liverpool Street (LST) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
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.
Getting to London Liverpool Street from London city centre
London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Liverpool Street train station facilities and services
London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, 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 London Liverpool Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, 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 London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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