Happy Valentine's! New to Omio? Get 14% off your first app booking. Valid until 16/02/2025.
14% discount applied on bookings with a total basket value up to €100.
Valid for first-time customers only
Only available on app bookings
This offer ends on 16/02/2025.
Limit one (1) coupon code per eligible booking. Cannot be combined, transferred or exchanged.
For full terms and conditions: https://www.omio.com/coupon

Liverpool to London train with Avanti West Coast

Fri, 14 Feb
+ Add return
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Cheap train tickets from Liverpool to London

Showing times and prices for 14 Feb

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Avanti West CoastC44546
09:022h28
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
11:30London Euston (EUS)
£811One-way
0 changes
Avanti West CoastC48979
08:432h20
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
11:03London Euston (EUS)
£911One-way
0 changes
Avanti West CoastC48995
09:432h21
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
12:04London Euston (EUS)
£911One-way
0 changes
Avanti West CoastC86270
11:082h29
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
13:37London Euston (EUS)
£911One-way
1 change
Avanti West CoastC49012
10:432h20
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
13:03London Euston (EUS)
£911One-way
0 changes

Liverpool to London train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday 14 February
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
Avanti West Coast
C48979
Avanti West CoastC48979
08:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2h20 11:03 London Euston (EUS)0 changesDirect
Avanti West Coast
C44546
Avanti West CoastC44546
09:02 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2h28 11:30 London Euston (EUS)0 changesDirect
Avanti West Coast
C48995
Avanti West CoastC48995
09:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2h21 12:04 London Euston (EUS)0 changesDirect
Avanti West Coast
C44549
Avanti West CoastC44549
10:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2h26 12:30 London Euston (EUS)0 changesDirect
Avanti West Coast
C49012
Avanti West CoastC49012
10:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2h20 13:03 London Euston (EUS)0 changesDirect
Avanti West Coast
C86270
West Midlands RailwayC86270
11:08 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2h29 13:37 London Euston (EUS)1 change

This is the last train of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Liverpool to London by train or coach

Thu
13 Feb
Fri
14 Feb
Sat
15 Feb
Sun
16 Feb
Mon
17 Feb
Tue
18 Feb
Wed
19 Feb
Thu
20 Feb
Fri
21 Feb
Sat
22 Feb
Sun
23 Feb
Mon
24 Feb
Tue
25 Feb
Wed
26 Feb
Thu
27 Feb
Fri
28 Feb
Sat
01 Mar
Sun
02 Mar
Mon
03 Mar
Tue
04 Mar
Wed
05 Mar

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Liverpool to London?

The best time to book your train from Liverpool to London is days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Liverpool to London route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Liverpool to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Liverpool to London.

Train times from Liverpool to London

Showing times and prices for 14 Feb

Fastest Journey

2 h 20 m

Average

2 h 24 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

286 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Liverpool for London every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Avanti West CoastC48979
08:432h20
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
11:03London Euston (EUS)
£911One-way
0 changes
Fastest
Avanti West CoastC49012
10:432h20
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
13:03London Euston (EUS)
£911One-way
0 changes
Avanti West CoastC48995
09:432h21
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
12:04London Euston (EUS)
£911One-way
0 changes
Avanti West CoastC44549
10:042h26
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
12:30London Euston (EUS)
£911One-way
0 changes
Avanti West CoastC44546
09:022h28
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
11:30London Euston (EUS)
£811One-way
0 changes

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Virgin Trains
East Coast
Cross Country
Deutsche Bahn

ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Liverpool to London

userReviewImage
userReviewLogo
The customer opinion was acquired via Cimenio. Cimenio incentivises its users for giving an honest opinion and proving the booking with a photo of the travel ticket.
Pro
IconComfortable seats
IconFree wifi
IconSmooth ride
Cons
IconLots of people on the train
When I travelled from Liverpool to London during my holiday some time ago, it was very easy to buy the ticket on the spot. The staff were very nice and helpful. The train was very clean inside and toilets were very hygienic. The free wifi worked very well. I travelled a total of 2.5 hours to London. The only bad thing is that there were a lot of people on the train. The price-performance ratio is top!
Pro
IconFavourable
Cons
IconLong journey
What I really liked about my journey from Liverpool to London was that I was able to book my ticket very easily and it was also inexpensive. I also really liked the fact that I found a ticket that didn't require me to change trains. However, the journey took quite a long time for me. The train wasn't delayed, which was great, and the wifi worked perfectly throughout the journey. The toilets were very clean.
Pro
IconHot food was sold
Cons
IconIt was chilly on the train
I started the journey from Liverpool to London on 15 January. I boarded the TPE 384 at 18:43 and arrived at 21:17 after a good 2 hours and 40 minutes. There was wifi, but no power sockets and no small tables to work on. The whole train was clean and not very full. The passengers were all quiet and the overall volume was reasonable. As it was winter, it was also quite chilly on the train and I had to put on a jacket during the journey. However, warm food was sold by the service, which warmed the body from the inside.
Pro
IconFaster than a car
Cons
IconSticky
The train journey from Liverpool to Wifi on 4 March was slightly delayed and departed at 15:30 with train number 54. Comfort offered on the train was wifi, power sockets and comfortable seats. The service provided by the staff included help with suitcases and information about other trains or transfer options. The toilets were clean and hygienic, as was the rest of the train. I would recommend the journey to anyone.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool to London

Trains from Liverpool to London run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £8 by bus.
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 £8
Distance
286 km
Average train duration
3h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
£30
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
4
Train providers
2
Fastest train
2h 20m
First train
02:19
Last train
23:47
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 £8

Train companies: Virgin Trains, West Midlands Trains and Chiltern Railways trains Liverpool to London

You can travel by train to London from Liverpool with Virgin Trains, West Midlands Trains and Chiltern Railways for as low as £17. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

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.

Train information from Liverpool to London with Virgin Trains:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 20 min
  • Cheapest Price: £27
  • Virgin Trains frequency: 12 a day

Trains from Liverpool to London

Trains from Liverpool to London are available at a rate of about 20-25 per day on weekdays, and around 14 each on Saturdays and Sundays. They run pretty regularly at hourly intervals, except at peak times when they leave more frequently. Most of them take just over 2h to make the trip, with the rest getting you to your destination in about 2h 55min.

Liverpool to London Train Time: Daily Departures

The first Liverpool to London train leaves just after dawn, followed by about four or five until mid-morning. From then on, the trains run like clockwork, every hour at roughly the 45min mark, all the way through to the early evening. The majority of trains are direct, with a few per day making one or two connections on the way. You’ll always travel with Avanti West Coast as your train provider.

How long is the journey by train from Liverpool to London?

On non-stop trains to London from Liverpool you can expect the journey to take between about 2h 05min and 2h 16min. The trips that make a single connection en route take from around 2h 45min to 3h 30. There are also a few trains that make two stops on the way for changes, and these take about 3h 05min. The difference in total travel time is due to the time spent during these connections, rather than how many you make.

Trains from Liverpool to London: Echo wheel ferris at night in Liverpool. Source: Shutterstock

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Liverpool to London?

Departure train station: All Liverpool to London trains depart from a single Merseyside station, Liverpool Lime Street Station. It’s pretty much in the centre of Liverpool. Public transport from there comes in the form of a No 21 or 53 bus, leaving from Islington or Kempston Street. The station caters well for passengers with limited mobility through its Passenger Assist programme. There are cafés, coffee shops and fast-food outlets, and a few convenience stores.

Arrival train station: Every train from Liverpool to London arrives at London Euston Station. To get there from the city centre in about 11min, catch the underground’s Northern Line from Charing Cross. London Buses will get you there in about 13min on the No 168 bus. The station also has a Passenger Assist service, with tactile direction indicators and an induction loop for passengers with limited mobility or hidden disabilities. There are a few retail stores as well as places to buy food and drinks.

Which train companies travel from Liverpool to London?

Avanti West Coast operates all the trains from Liverpool to London. These are all high-speed trips. Most of the routes go directly to Euston Station without any stops in-between. The ones that make one stop do so in Birmingham, changing trains at New Street Station. Avanti also offers a few two-stop routes. On these, you’ll first travel to Chester for a connection and then on to Crewe, where you’ll make a second train change to continue to London Euston. The direct routes are the quickest, getting you there in about 2h 15min on average. The one- and two-stop routes take a bit longer, arriving in London around 3h after departure.

Night trains Liverpool

There isn’t any real night train from Liverpool to London, so if you want to leave as late as possible, the last one departs from Lime Street Station in the mid-evening. It’s a direct train that takes just under 3h for the trip, so you’ll arrive in London before midnight. You’ll travel on Avanti West Coast on this journey, too.

Avanti West Coast trains from Liverpool to London

Avanti West Coast’s Liverpool to London trains are part of a modern fleet of high-speed models. They travel at around 125 mph (200 km/h) on the slower sections of the journey and up to 140mph (225 km/h) at full speed. It operates all of the trains on this route, with a journey duration from about 2h to 3h 30min. The vast majority of trips are direct, with a handful making one stop on the way, at Birmingham New Street Station. Each day you’ll also find one or two routes requiring two connections in Chester and Crewe.

Trains from Liverpool to London: Sustainability travel

In general, catching a train to London from Liverpool vastly reduces each individual’s carbon emission on the journey, simply by having so many people in one vehicle. Contrast this with every passenger driving in a separate car, and the point becomes obvious. Avanti West Coast, specifically, has a Responsible Plan for greener travel in line with the 10 RSSB Rail Sustainable Development Principles in the UK. The aim is ultimately to emit zero carbon, and the company has introduced more fuel-efficient engines and more recycled materials. It also includes sustainable-produce menus on all its long-distance trains.

Train Liverpool to London: Services on Board

Avanti offers Standard-, Standard Premium- and First-Class tickets for Liverpool to London trains. The Standard ticket is more than sufficient for this journey, offering plenty of on-board facilities, including fully trained staff to assist passengers with limited mobility needs. You’re welcome to bring a wheelchair on board with you, subject to available space, so book early to ensure it. With cycling such a popular pastime, all Avanti trains have a dedicated cycle carriage. You can bring up to two small domestic pets on board with you, as long as they’re either on a lead or in a suitable travel container. You can order food to your seat in Standard Class, too, with plug sockets and free Wi-Fi also available. You can also use the on-board entertainment app to stream to your mobile device. All luggage is stored in overhead compartments or near the internal carriage doors. The maximum dimensions allowed are about 35.5 x 27.5 x 12 inches. You can also stow items like small cases or backpacks under your seat.

How to find cheap train tickets from Liverpool to London?

One of the ways to find cheap tickets for trains from Liverpool to London is to be entirely flexible with your travel schedule and prepared to travel at short notice. It will allow you to pick up last-minute discounted tickets that become available as other passengers cancel. You can often save quite a bit this way. Alternatively, you can book well ahead of time – the Omio timetables display trips months in advance. Train companies often offer lower prices when they first open up bookings for specific trains to try and fill them as soon as possible. You’ll sometimes find that trains making one or two connections on the way are cheaper, so if you don’t mind a longer journey, this can be a good way of getting cheaper train tickets.

Trains from Liverpool to London: business woman on a train to London. Source: Shutterstock

To London by train—travel tips

Once your train to London from Liverpool has arrived, you’ll have all the famous attractions of one of the world’s leading tourist cities to explore. Big Ben is one of London’s most renowned buildings, along with the Houses of Parliament next door. The city’s museums are the envy of the world – most notably The British Museum, The Natural History Museum and the Imperial War Museum. Art lovers will find the Tate Gallery and the Tate Modern, and if you want to relax in a trendy bar or bistro in the late afternoon, head to Canary Wharf. To spend more time during the day relaxing, London’s Hyde Park is the place to go. The Shard is another big attraction, soaring into the London sky and offering 360-degree-views for miles. Amongst the most fascinating sites in London are Churchill’s Underground War Rooms, from which he directed operations during the Blitz. For more London highlights, have a look at The Window Seat, our online travel magazine.

  • Trafalgar Square
  • Nelson’s Column
  • Westminster Abbey
  • Cleopatra’s Needle
  • Buckingham Palace
  • The London Eye

FAQs: Liverpool to London train

FAQs: Travel by train from Liverpool to London easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Liverpool to London.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Liverpool to London can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Liverpool to London is £37; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Liverpool to London is 2 h 21 min   to travel the 177 mile long trip, with around there are 9 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Liverpool to London leaves at 02: 19. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Liverpool to London leaves at 23: 43.
Yes, there are 4 direct trains a day from Liverpool to London with Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Liverpool to London, you can count on Avanti West Coast or West Midlands Trains for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from Liverpool to London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 43.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Liverpool Lime Street, which is located around 0.4 miles (732 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London Euston, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to London from Liverpool is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 21 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Liverpool to London by train is January.
You have options as you can travel between Liverpool and London 3 different ways: coach, train or flight.

Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and London

Liverpool
London
The major train station for departures in Liverpool is Liverpool Lime Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool Lime Street for your trip from Liverpool to London.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
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
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.
The major train station for arrivals in London is London Euston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Euston for your journey to London from Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
  • Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Nando's
  • The Signal Box
  • Delice de France
  • Tortilla
  • Starbucks
  • AMT Coffee
  • Upper Crust
  • Camden Food Co.
  • & many more
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
  • Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hilton London Euston
  • The Wesley Euston Hotel
  • Travelodge London Central Euston
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
  • Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
Public transport options for London Euston
  • Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
  • Overground lines: Watford DC
  • Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
  • Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
HomeTrainsTrain Times to London Liverpool to London train

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone
More routes, destinations and providers
Currency
Language