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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Roby
Showing times and prices for 01 Jan
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
12 m
Average duration
12 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
8 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Roby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Roby will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Liverpool for Roby every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 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.
06:000h12
Liverpool06:12Roby
£51One-way
0 changes
06:150h12
Liverpool06:27Roby
£51One-way
0 changes
06:450h12
Liverpool06:57Roby
£51One-way
0 changes
07:000h12
Liverpool07:12Roby
£51One-way
0 changes
07:150h12
Liverpool07:27Roby
£51One-way
0 changes
06:000h12
Liverpool06:12Roby
£51One-way
0 changes
06:150h12
Liverpool06:27Roby
£51One-way
0 changes
06:450h12
Liverpool06:57Roby
£51One-way
0 changes
07:000h12
Liverpool07:12Roby
£51One-way
0 changes
07:150h12
Liverpool07:27Roby
£51One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool to Roby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Roby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 8 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£9 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
43m Average total duration Fastest 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Liverpool to Roby train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Roby trains for tomorrow, Thursday 1 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 12:16
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 05:54 Liverpool | 0h43 | 06:37 Roby | 1 change | |
| 06:00 Liverpool | 0h12 | 06:12 Roby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:15 Liverpool | 0h12 | 06:27 Roby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:38 Liverpool | 0h14 | 06:52 Roby | 1 change | |
| 06:45 Liverpool | 0h12 | 06:57 Roby | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Roby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Roby run on average 4 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 12m.
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 £3
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 00:11 |
Last train 23:37 |
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 £3
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Liverpool to Roby trainsNorthern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool and Roby from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
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 (3) frequency
3 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
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12m
Cheapest Price
£5
Northern Trains Limited frequency
42 a day
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
43m
Cheapest Price
£25
TransPennine Express frequency
9 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.
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.
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.
Yes, there is a direct train between Liverpool and Roby. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited.
The cost of a train ticket from Liverpool to Roby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £9.
Yes, a day trip from Liverpool to Roby is feasible. The journey takes 12m and the distance is 8 km. There are 4 trains per day.
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Roby is by coach, costing approximately £3.
To get from Liverpool to Roby, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train station in Liverpool that goes to Roby is Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), and it arrives at Roby station (ROB).
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.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Liverpool to Roby.
The train distance from Liverpool to Roby is 8 km.
The train journey from Liverpool to Roby covers a distance of 8 km and takes approximately 12m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Liverpool to Roby leaves at 0:11.
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool to Roby.
The last train from Liverpool to Roby departs at 23:37.
Trains from Liverpool to Roby run approximately 4 times per day.
There is no night train service from Liverpool to Roby.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Roby
Liverpool
Roby
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 Roby.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
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
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
Dining
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
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
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
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
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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
ShoppingParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
7 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Kiosk
Parking
- Car Park: No
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”
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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 Waterloo (Merseyside)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: South Road, Waterloo, Liverpool
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:52 - 00:07 Sunday 08:07 - 00:07 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Distance to city center
6 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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”Ticket office and platforms are step free, however they are accessed by a ramp that is over 30m long.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform & outside station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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 Seaforth & Litherland
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Seaforth Road, Seaforth, Liverpool L21
The major train station for arrivals in Roby is Roby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Roby for your journey to Roby from Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 23:59 Saturday 05:40 - 23:59 Sunday 09:45 - 17:30
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts available .
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Roby
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Liverpool Road - for Liverpool opposite the station, for Wigan adjacent to the station.
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