The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Roby station (ROB)
Cheapest price
£1
Average price
£2
Fastest journey
12 m
Average duration
13 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Roby station (ROB) 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 Roby station (ROB) will cost around £2 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £1.
Of the 3 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for Roby station (ROB) 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 8 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 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.






Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Roby station (ROB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Roby station (ROB) trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:46 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h12 | 04:58 Roby station (ROB) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:38 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h15 | 05:53 Roby station (ROB) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:02 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h12 | 07:14 Roby station (ROB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Roby station (ROB)
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Roby station (ROB) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £1 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 19:16. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 11m.
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £1 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 04:46 |
Last train 19:16 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Roby station (ROB) trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Roby station (ROB) from £1. 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 Roby station (ROB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Roby station (ROB) 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 Roby station (ROB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Roby station (ROB)
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:59 Saturday 05:40 - 23:59 Sunday 09:45 - 17:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts available .
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Liverpool Road - for Liverpool opposite the station, for Wigan adjacent to the station.
