Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept

Cheapest price on 20 Sept

£177

Average ticket price on 20 Sept

£177

Fastest journey on 20 Sept

3 h 18 m

Average journey duration on 20 Sept

3 h 26 m

Trains on 20 Sept

5

Distance

289 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around £177 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £177.

Fast trains

To travel from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) you need to make at least one change.

  • Northern Trains Limited
    10:393h43
    Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
    14:22Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    £1771One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands Railways
    13:013h19
    Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
    16:20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    £1771One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands Railways
    15:013h18
    Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
    18:19Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    £1771One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands Railways
    17:013h23
    Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
    20:24Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    £1771One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands Railways
    19:013h25
    Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
    22:26Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    £1771One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £58 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £58, while a train costs an average of £92.

Distance: 289 km

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Coach
Driving

£92

Average Price

£58

Average Price

Cheapest

£59

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 55m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

10h 57m

Average total duration

10h 27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 20m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is a coach with an average price of £58.

This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB):

A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average £92.

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is by train with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) take longer:

Coach takes on average 10h 27m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 55m sooner (3h 25m by train vs 4h 20m by car). Tickets start at around £92 compared to roughly £59 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
East Midlands Railways11:02 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
3h18
14:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
East Midlands Railways13:02 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
3h16
16:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
East Midlands Railways15:02 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
3h19
18:21 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
East Midlands Railways17:02 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
3h21
20:23 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
East Midlands Railways19:02 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
3h20
22:22 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
Northern Trains Limited10:39 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
3h43
14:22 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) by train or coach

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Why should you book Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains with Omio?

Transpennine Express as well as Avanti West Coast offer trains services from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).

Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transpennine Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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Trains from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 06:13. The fastest train covers the 289 km distance in 3h 6m.

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 £40
Distance
289 km
Average train duration
3h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
£49
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
3h 6m
First train
5:33
Last train
6:13
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Mon
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 £40

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
3h 16m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£63
Transpennine Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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 Avanti West Coast Duration
3h 6m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£49
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 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 South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £49, while the average price tends to be around £92.
The train journey from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) covers a distance of 289 km and takes approximately 3h 6m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is 289 km.
The first train from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) leaves at 5:33.
The last train from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) departs at 6:13.
Trains from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
To get from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is by coach, costing approximately £40.
Booking trains from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 South Parkway to Edinburgh Waverley offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Lake District and the rolling hills of southern Scotland.
A day trip from Liverpool South Parkway to Edinburgh Waverley is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 6m. However, there are 6 trains available per day for this route, covering a distance of 289 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

Most Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Liverpool
Arrival train stations in Edinburgh
Liverpool South ParkwayLiverpool South Parkway station, Holly Farm Road, Garston, Merseyside, L19 5NE+44 1515551111WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre

Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Warrington Central, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Oxford Road, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Piccadilly · 9m · £3 · every ~4 min
Liverpool Central - Hunts Cross, Ormskirk - Hunts Cross, Sandhills - Hunts Cross · 12m · £5 · every ~7 min
Bus82 · 31m · £4 · every ~19 min
80A, 80 · 35m · £2 · every ~12 min
86A, 80A, 80 · 37m · £4 · every ~37 min

Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services

Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are 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.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: 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” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Most popular trains to and from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)

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