The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Ruabon station (RUA)
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Ruabon station (RUA) 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 Ruabon station (RUA) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
To travel from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Ruabon station (RUA) you need to make at least one change.
6:081h45Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:53Ruabon station (RUA)£151One-way1 change
8:131h32Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:45Ruabon station (RUA)£151One-way1 change
8:131h32Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:45Ruabon station (RUA)£151One-way1 change
6:081h45Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:53Ruabon station (RUA)£151One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Ruabon station (RUA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Ruabon station (RUA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 47 km
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£14 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Ruabon station (RUA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Ruabon station (RUA) trains for today, Thursday 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C07997+ G38934 | On time 17:28 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h23 | 18:51 Ruabon station (RUA) | 1 change | |
C08005+ G38633 | On time 18:28 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h15 | 19:43 Ruabon station (RUA) | 1 change | |
W44342 · G38648 | On time 19:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h18 | 21:05 Ruabon station (RUA) | 1 change | |
C08015+ G38504 | On time 20:13 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h35 | 21:48 Ruabon station (RUA) | 1 change | |
C08019+ G38935 | On time 21:13 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h32 | 22:45 Ruabon station (RUA) | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h45 | 7:53 Ruabon station (RUA) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Ruabon station (RUA)
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Ruabon station (RUA) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 10:28, the last at 20:13. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 10:28 |
Last train 20:13 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: Mersey Rail, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Ruabon station (RUA) trainsMersey Rail, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Ruabon station (RUA) from £11. 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 Ruabon station (RUA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Ruabon station (RUA) 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 Ruabon station (RUA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Ruabon station (RUA)
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Ruabon station (RUA) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Ruabon station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Ruabon station (RUA) 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 Ruabon from Ruabon city centre
Ruabon train station facilities and services
Ruabon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ruabon: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ruabon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. Access to Platform 1 (to Chester) is via a footbridge with 52 steps. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Wrexham) from the station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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