Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£2

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£5

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

17 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

19 m

Trains on 18 Sept

6

Distance

20 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) 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 Warrington Central (WAC) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 6 trains from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC), including 6 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .

The slowest trains will take 23 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.

  • Northern RailG86271
    9:090h23
    Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
    9:32Warrington Central (WAC)
    £21One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG86268
    8:090h23
    Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
    8:32Warrington Central (WAC)
    £21One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailP24221
    8:390h20
    Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
    8:59Warrington Central (WAC)
    £51One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressW84665
    8:300h17
    Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
    8:47Warrington Central (WAC)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayC04347
    7:590h17
    Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
    8:16Warrington Central (WAC)
    £71One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £6.

Distance: 20 km

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Coach
Driving

£6

Average Price

£5

Average Price

Cheapest

£4

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

49m

Average total duration

Fastest

19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 20m

Average total duration

50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

34m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) is a coach with an average price of £5.

This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC):

A coach is £0.79 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) costing on average £6.

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) is by train with an average journey time of 19m.

Other travel options to Warrington Central (WAC) take longer:

Coach takes on average 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) and Warrington Central (WAC) 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 15m sooner (19m by train vs 34m by car). Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £4 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.

Direct services run with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway.

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 Warrington Central (WAC) train times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern Rail6:09 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
0h23
6:32 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
Northern Rail8:09 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
0h23
8:32 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
Northern Rail10:09 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
0h23
10:32 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
Northern Rail16:39 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
0h20
16:59 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect
Northern Rail23:52 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
0h26
0:18 Warrington Central (WAC)0 changesdirect

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Compare prices and tickets Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) by train or coach

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Why should you book Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) trains with Omio?

Transpennine Express as well as Northern Rail or East Midlands Railway offer trains services from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC).

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 Northern Rail or East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC).
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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 Warrington Central (WAC).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trip or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail or East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC).
  • 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 Warrington Central (WAC).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC)

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Trains from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) run on average 14 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.

There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 13:09, the last at 18:39. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 13m.

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
Distance
20 km
Average train duration
19m
Cheapest ticket price
£3
Trains per day
14
Direct trains
14
Fastest train
13m
First train
13:09
Last train
18:39
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
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

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) and Warrington Central (WAC) from £3. 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
13m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£7
Transpennine Express frequency
3 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

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
20m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£3
Northern Rail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
17m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£7
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

FAQs: Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) covers a distance of 20 km and takes approximately 13m. Trains run 14 per day.
The train distance from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) is 20 km.
The first train from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) leaves at 13:09.
The last train from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) departs at 18:39.
Trains from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) run approximately 14 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC).
Yes, there is a direct train between Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) and Warrington Central (WAC). The service operates 14 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway.
To get from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC).
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) is by train, costing approximately £3.
Booking trains from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) 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 Warrington Central offers views of the Mersey River and some picturesque countryside, but it is generally not considered particularly scenic compared to more renowned routes.
Yes, a day trip from Liverpool South Parkway to Warrington Central is feasible. The journey takes just 13m with a frequency of 8 trains per day over a distance of 20 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) and Warrington Central (WAC)

Most Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) to Warrington Central (WAC) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Warrington Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) and Warrington Central (WAC) 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 Warrington
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 · £4 · 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.

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