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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Great Sankey
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£6
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£9
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
21 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
23 m
Trains on 31 Aug
30
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Great Sankey is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Great Sankey will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Mon 31 Aug, we found 30 trains from Liverpool to Great Sankey, including 28 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 27 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.
5:560h32Liverpool6:28Warrington West£61One-way0 changes- 6:170h31Liverpool6:48Warrington West£61One-way0 changes
- 7:220h27Liverpool7:49Warrington West£61One-way0 changes
- 7:560h32Liverpool8:28Warrington West£61One-way0 changes
- 8:220h32Liverpool8:54Warrington West£61One-way0 changes
6:140h21Liverpool6:35Warrington West£211One-way0 changes- 7:190h21Liverpool7:40Warrington West£211One-way0 changes
- 8:190h22Liverpool8:41Warrington West£211One-way0 changes
- 17:190h22Liverpool17:41Warrington West£211One-way0 changes
- 7:220h27Liverpool7:49Warrington West£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Liverpool to Great Sankey
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Great Sankey among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 22 km
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£12 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Liverpool to Great Sankey train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Great Sankey trains for today, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:20 Liverpool | 0h21 | 20:41 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:20 Liverpool | 0h22 | 21:42 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:25 Liverpool | 0h34 | 21:59 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:20 Liverpool | 0h21 | 22:41 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:25 Liverpool | 0h35 | 23:00 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:56 Liverpool | 0h32 | 6:28 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:14 Liverpool | 0h21 | 6:35 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:17 Liverpool | 0h31 | 6:48 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:56 Liverpool | 0h49 | 7:45 Warrington West | 1 change | |
| 7:19 Liverpool | 0h21 | 7:40 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:22 Liverpool | 0h27 | 7:49 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:56 Liverpool | 0h32 | 8:28 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:19 Liverpool | 0h22 | 8:41 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:22 Liverpool | 0h32 | 8:54 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:56 Liverpool | 0h32 | 9:28 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:22 Liverpool | 0h32 | 9:54 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:56 Liverpool | 0h32 | 10:28 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:22 Liverpool | 0h32 | 10:54 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:56 Liverpool | 0h32 | 11:28 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:22 Liverpool | 0h32 | 11:54 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:56 Liverpool | 0h32 | 12:28 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:22 Liverpool | 0h32 | 12:54 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:56 Liverpool | 0h32 | 13:28 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:22 Liverpool | 0h32 | 13:54 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:56 Liverpool | 0h32 | 14:28 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:22 Liverpool | 0h32 | 14:54 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:56 Liverpool | 0h32 | 15:28 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:22 Liverpool | 0h32 | 15:54 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:56 Liverpool | 0h32 | 16:28 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:22 Liverpool | 0h32 | 16:54 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:56 Liverpool | 0h33 | 17:29 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:19 Liverpool | 0h22 | 17:41 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:22 Liverpool | 1h00 | 18:22 Warrington West | 1 change | |
| 17:56 Liverpool | 0h32 | 18:28 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:22 Liverpool | 0h32 | 18:54 Warrington West | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Great Sankey
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Great Sankey run on average 6 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 21m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Liverpool to Great Sankey trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool and Great Sankey from £4. 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 to Great Sankey train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Great Sankey 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 Great Sankey, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Great Sankey
Most Liverpool to Great Sankey trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Warrington West station pair, with some services arriving at Sankey for Penketh. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Great Sankey 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 Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Edge Hill from Liverpool city centre
Edge Hill is 2 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Edge Hill train station facilities and services
Edge Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edge Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edge Hill.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edge Hill: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edge Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station. Access to the station is via a hundred metre cobbled street slope or uneven pavement down to the ticket office. Platform 1 - has level access for train to Manchester Victoria, St Helens, Wigan, Preston and Warrington Bank Quay. Platform 2 - has level access for trains to Liverpool from Crewe/ Manchester Airport via Newton-le-Willows Platform 3 - down 20 steps to level under-pass and then up 20 steps to the platform for trains to Warrington Central and Manchester Piccadilly. Platform 4 - down 20 steps to level under-pass and then up 20 steps to the platform for trains to Liverpool from Manchester Oxford Road via Warrington (Stations), Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Great Sankey station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to Warrington West from Great Sankey city centre
Warrington West train station facilities and services
Warrington West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Warrington West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Warrington West.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Warrington West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Warrington West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes.
Getting to Sankey for Penketh from Great Sankey city centre
Sankey for Penketh train station facilities and services
Sankey for Penketh has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sankey for Penketh.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sankey for Penketh: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Sankey for Penketh: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sankey for Penketh: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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