Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN) train with Merseyrail

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Compare train and coach for Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £4.

Distance: 5 km

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£3

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39m

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9m

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Compare prices and tickets Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN) by train or coach

Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN)

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Trains from Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN) run on average 50 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.

There are 50 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 18:31. The fastest train covers the 5 km distance in 12m.

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 £3
Distance
5 km
Average train duration
9m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
50
Direct trains
50
Fastest train
12m
First train
06:16
Last train
18:31
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 £3

Train companies: Merseyrail from Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN) trainsMerseyrail trains will get you between Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) and Aintree station (AIN) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Merseyrail

About
Mersey Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a network of commuter and regional services in the North West of England. Mersey Rail operates a variety of train types, including the Class 507 and Class 508 electric multiple units, and the Class 142 and Class 150 diesel multiple units. It also operates the Merseyrail Electrics, a fleet of electric multiple units. Mersey Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Mersey Rail are Liverpool to Southport, Liverpool to Chester, and Liverpool to Ormskirk.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be leashed
Quiet zone
Family area

FAQs: Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN) 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 Aintree station (AIN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes, a day trip from Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree is feasible. The journey takes 12m with a frequency of 50 per day for trains and covers 5 km.
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN) is by coach, costing approximately £3.
The train distance from Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN) is 5 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £4.
Booking trains from Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN) covers a distance of 5 km and takes approximately 12m. Trains run 50 per day.
The last train from Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN) departs at 18:31.
The first train from Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN) leaves at 6:16.
Yes, there is a direct train between Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) and Aintree station (AIN). The service operates 50 times per day, provided by Merseyrail.
Trains from Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN) run approximately 50 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN).
There is no night train service from Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN).
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN).
To get from Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree station (AIN), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) to Aintree offers a suburban view, passing through residential areas and green spaces, providing a pleasant but not particularly scenic experience.

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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool, Sandhills Station (stop A) and Aintree station (AIN)

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Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
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LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Aintree station, Ormskirk Road, Aintree, Merseyside, L9 5BE
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Sunday 05:30 - 11:30 Monday - Friday 05:30 - 11:30 Saturday 05:30 - 11:30 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform." Access to the Ormskirk bound platform is via a ramped overbridge
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Aintree
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Ormskirk Road, Liverpool L9

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