Liverpool to Glastonbury train

Sat 16 May
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Avanti West Coast
Great Western Railway
Regionale
West Midlands Trains
London North Eastern Railway
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Avanti West Coast
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London North Eastern Railway
2,000+ travel companies
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Compare coach and train for Liverpool to Glastonbury

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Glastonbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £42.

Distance: 252 km

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£57

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£33

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6h 9m

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5h 39m

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30m

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6h 56m

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6h 26m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.3 - 0.6kg

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Compare prices and tickets Liverpool to Glastonbury by coach or train

Compare coach and train 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 to Glastonbury

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Trains from Liverpool to Glastonbury run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 19:43. The fastest train covers the 252 km distance in 5h 2m.

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 £24
Distance
252 km
Average train duration
5h 39m
Cheapest ticket price
£42
Trains per day
16
Fastest train
5h 2m
First train
5:25
Last train
19:43
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Thu
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 £24

FAQs: Liverpool to Glastonbury train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Glastonbury 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 Glastonbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Liverpool to Glastonbury can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £42, while the average price tends to be around £57.
The train journey from Liverpool to Glastonbury covers a distance of 252 km and takes approximately 5h 2m. Trains run 16 per day.
The train distance from Liverpool to Glastonbury is 252 km.
The first train from Liverpool to Glastonbury leaves at 5:25.
The last train from Liverpool to Glastonbury departs at 19:43.
Trains from Liverpool to Glastonbury run approximately 16 times per day.
To get from Liverpool to Glastonbury, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Liverpool to Glastonbury.
The train station in Liverpool that goes to Glastonbury is Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), and it arrives at Castle Cary station (CLC).
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Glastonbury is by coach, costing approximately £24.
Booking trains from Liverpool to Glastonbury 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 to Glastonbury offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque countryside and rolling hills of Somerset. Passengers can enjoy sights of the charming rural landscapes and quaint villages along the way, enhancing the travel experience.
A day trip from Liverpool to Glastonbury is not feasible, as the journey duration is 5h 2m, which exceeds the 120-minute limit for a feasible day trip. Trains operate with a frequency of 15 per day. The distance is 252 km.
In Glastonbury, you can explore vibrant local shops and markets for unique crafts and souvenirs, attend spirituality and well-being workshops or retreats, and enjoy guided tours of the town's historical sites and legends. Participate in local music or arts events and visit the Glastonbury Goddess Temple, dedicated to the Goddess tradition. Must-see sights include Glastonbury Tor, with its panoramic views, the historic Glastonbury Abbey, Chalice Well with its legendary healing waters, the spiritual White Spring, and the Somerset Rural Life Museum showcasing local history and culture.
For a fulfilling experience in Glastonbury, plan for 2 to 3 days to explore the iconic Glastonbury Tor, Abbey, and local attractions comfortably.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Liverpool to Glastonbury.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Glastonbury

Liverpool
Glastonbury
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LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
  • Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
Lockers
  • 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.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
Dining
Dining
  • Caffè Nero
  • Costa Coffee
  • Upper Crust
  • Starbucks
  • JD Wetherspoon
Taxis
Taxis
  • 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.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
WC
WC
  • 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
Hotel
Hotel
  • Pembroke Studios
  • Riley’s Rooms
  • Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
  • Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Alongside station entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main concourse.
Public transport options for Liverpool Lime Street
  • 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.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
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” All platforms can be accessed via lift
  • 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: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
  • 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 Liverpool Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
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”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts
  • 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: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: N/A
  • 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 Liverpool James Street
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: James Street Station, James Street, Liverpool

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