The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£54
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£74
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
3 h 1 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
3 h 14 m
Trains on 30 Aug
6
Distance
287 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
To travel from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) you need to make at least one change.
W33155+
Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo8:103h31Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:41London Waterloo (WAT)£541One-way1 change
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Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo8:344h02Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:36London Waterloo (WAT)£541One-way1 change
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Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo12:433h01Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)15:44London Waterloo (WAT)£591One-way1 change
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Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo10:433h03Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)13:46London Waterloo (WAT)£931One-way1 change
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Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo9:343h36Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)13:10London Waterloo (WAT)£931One-way1 change
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Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo12:433h01Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)15:44London Waterloo (WAT)£591One-way1 change
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Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo11:433h01Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:44London Waterloo (WAT)£931One-way1 change
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Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo10:433h03Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)13:46London Waterloo (WAT)£931One-way1 change
W33155+
Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo8:103h31Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:41London Waterloo (WAT)£541One-way1 change
W33309+
Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo9:343h36Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)13:10London Waterloo (WAT)£931One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £66.
Distance: 287 km
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3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W33412+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 8:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h01 | 11:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33562+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ C16921 | 8:10 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h00 | 11:10 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 changes | |
W33621+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 8:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h55 | 11:38 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33727+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 9:05 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h00 | 12:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33590+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ C16926 | 9:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h58 | 12:10 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 changes | |
W33755+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 9:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h55 | 12:38 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33478+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 10:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h57 | 13:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33491+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ C16930 | 10:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h58 | 13:10 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 changes | |
W33757+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 10:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h55 | 13:38 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33488+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 11:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h57 | 14:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33421+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ C16935 | 11:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h58 | 14:10 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 changes | |
W33430+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 11:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h55 | 14:38 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33483+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 12:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h57 | 15:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33692+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ C16940 | 12:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h58 | 15:10 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 changes | |
W33688+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 12:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h55 | 15:38 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33561+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 13:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h57 | 16:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33715+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ C16945 | 13:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h58 | 16:10 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 changes | |
W33748+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 13:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h56 | 16:39 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33439+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 14:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h58 | 17:06 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33667+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ C16950 | 14:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h58 | 17:10 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 changes | |
W33747+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 14:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h55 | 17:38 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
W33509+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo | 15:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h57 | 18:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 10:08. The fastest train covers the 287 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 287 km |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 5:04 |
Last train 10:08 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and London Waterloo (WAT) from £6. 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 Waterloo (WAT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and London Waterloo (WAT)
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo 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 London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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