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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Showing times and prices for 02 Dec
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
287 km
Cheap tickets
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 £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for London Waterloo (WAT) every day 5 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 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 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.
07:084h44
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:52London Waterloo (WAT)
£131One-way
0 changes
09:432h55
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:38London Waterloo (WAT)
£561One-way
0 changes
10:432h55
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)13:38London Waterloo (WAT)
£601One-way
0 changes
11:432h55
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:38London Waterloo (WAT)
£671One-way
0 changes
09:082h57
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:05London Waterloo (WAT)
£851One-way
0 changes
09:432h55
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:38London Waterloo (WAT)
£561One-way
0 changes
11:432h55
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:38London Waterloo (WAT)
£671One-way
0 changes
10:432h55
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)13:38London Waterloo (WAT)
£601One-way
0 changes
09:082h57
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:05London Waterloo (WAT)
£851One-way
0 changes
18:514h29
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)23:20London Waterloo (WAT)
£941One-way
0 changes
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 prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 287 km
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£77 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration 6h 24m 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, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 00:49
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h44 | 11:52 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h57 | 12:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h55 | 14:38 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h59 | 15:07 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h00 | 20:43 London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 changesdirect |
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Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 18:51. The fastest train covers the 287 km distance in 2h 55m.
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 £6
Distance 287 km |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 04:25 |
Last train 18:51 |
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 £6
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsAvanti West Coast 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.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest Price
£15
Avanti West Coast frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
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.
A day trip from Liverpool Lime Street to London Waterloo is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 55m. However, there are 7 trains available per day for this journey, covering a distance of 287 km.
The train journey from Liverpool Lime Street to London Waterloo offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Travellers can enjoy views of the rolling countryside, charming villages, and historic towns as the train passes through regions such as Cheshire and the outskirts of the Midlands before approaching the urban landscapes of London.
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) is by coach, costing approximately £6.
The cost of a train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £33, while the average price tends to be around £77.
The train distance from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) is 287 km.
Booking trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) departs at 18:51.
The train journey from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) covers a distance of 287 km and takes approximately 2h 55m. Trains run 7 per day.
There is no night train service from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT).
The first train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 4:25.
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT).
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT).
To get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to London Waterloo (WAT), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and London Waterloo (WAT)
Liverpool
London
The major train station for departures in Liverpool is Liverpool Lime Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool Lime Street for your trip from Liverpool to London.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- 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.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
Dining
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
Taxis
- 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.
Accessibility
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse.
Public transport options for Liverpool Lime Street
- 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.
The major train station for arrivals in London is London Waterloo. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Waterloo for your journey to London from Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for London Waterloo
- Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
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