Liverpool to Roby train with Northern Rail

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Compare train and coach for Liverpool to Roby

The cheapest option from Liverpool to Roby is coach, with an average price of £4. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Roby among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 8 km

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£4

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42m

Average total duration

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12m

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1h 6m

Average total duration

36m

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Compare prices and tickets Liverpool to Roby by train or coach

Compare train and coach 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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Why should you book Liverpool to Roby trains with Omio?

Northern Rail as well as TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Liverpool to Roby.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Liverpool to Roby.

Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool to Roby.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Liverpool to Roby.

Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool to Roby.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool to Roby

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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Liverpool to Roby, including 5 direct trains, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 11m.

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 £4
Distance
8 km
Average train duration
12m
Lowest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
11m
First train
0:11
Last train
23:34
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
1 day
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 £4

Train companies: Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Liverpool to Roby trainsNorthern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Liverpool and Roby from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Duration
12m
Cheapest Price
£1
Northern Rail frequency
6 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

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
44m
Cheapest Price
£24
TransPennine Express frequency
2 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11m
Cheapest Price
£4
Northern Trains Limited frequency
24 a day

FAQs: Liverpool to Roby train

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

FAQs
The train distance from Liverpool to Roby is 8 km.
The first train from Liverpool to Roby leaves at 0:11.
The last train from Liverpool to Roby departs at 23:34.
Trains from Liverpool to Roby run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Liverpool to Roby.
Yes, there is a direct train between Liverpool and Roby. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
To get from Liverpool to Roby, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Liverpool to Roby.
The train station in Liverpool that goes to Roby is Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), and it arrives at Roby station (ROB).
Booking trains from Liverpool to Roby 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 Roby is mostly urban, passing through residential and industrial areas, so it is not particularly noted for scenic views.
The number of days needed in Roby depends on your interests, but typically, a day or two is sufficient to explore its main attractions and get a feel for the local area.
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool to Roby.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Roby

Most Liverpool to Roby trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Roby station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Roby 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 Roby
Liverpool Lime StreetLime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre

Suburban train linesWirral Line (green)
Bus lines9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
Train linesNorthern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.

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.

Wavertree Technology ParkWavertree, Technology Park station, Rathbone Rd, Liverpool L13 1EG, UK+44 800 200 6060ParkingDiningAccessibility
City-centre transport

Getting to Wavertree Technology Park from Liverpool city centre

Wavertree Technology Park is 3 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Oxford Road, Liverpool Lime Street - Wigan North Western, Liverpool Lime Street - Preston, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Victoria, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Piccadilly, Liverpool Lime Street - St Helens Central, Liverpool Lime Street - Leeds · 6m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
Bus79, 204 · 33m · £2 · every ~24 min

Wavertree Technology Park train station facilities and services

Wavertree Technology Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining and Accessibility.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Wavertree Technology Park.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Wavertree Technology Park: Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Wavertree Technology Park.

Walton (Merseyside)Walton (Merseyside) station, Walton Park, Walton, Merseyside, L9 1EY+44 1515551111ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Walton (Merseyside) from Liverpool city centre

Walton (Merseyside) is 5 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainHunts Cross - Ormskirk, Liverpool Central - Ormskirk · 10m · £3 · every ~7 min
Hunts Cross - Ormskirk, Liverpool Central - Ormskirk · 13m · £3 · every ~7 min
Bus21 · 21m · £4 · every ~12 min
345 · 21m · £2 · every ~5 min
20X, 20 · 23m · £4 · every ~13 min
20X, 21, 20 · 27m · £4 · every ~25 min

Walton (Merseyside) train station facilities and services

Walton (Merseyside) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Walton (Merseyside). 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 Walton (Merseyside): Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Walton (Merseyside): Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Walton (Merseyside): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B: "This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details" Platform 1 (services towards Liverpool) has step-free access. There is no step-free access to Platform 2 (services towards Ormskirk), Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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