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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Thornaby
Showing times and prices for 07 Nov
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
166 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Thornaby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Thornaby will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Liverpool for Thornaby every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 38 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.
10:243h05
Liverpool13:29Thornaby
£231One-way
0 changes
04:203h11
Liverpool07:31Thornaby
£261One-way
0 changes
04:533h38
Liverpool08:31Thornaby
£331One-way
0 changes
04:543h22
Liverpool08:16Thornaby
£381One-way
0 changes
10:243h05
Liverpool13:29Thornaby
£231One-way
0 changes
04:203h11
Liverpool07:31Thornaby
£261One-way
0 changes
04:543h22
Liverpool08:16Thornaby
£381One-way
0 changes
04:533h38
Liverpool08:31Thornaby
£331One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool to Thornaby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Thornaby 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 2h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 166 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£39 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Liverpool to Thornaby train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Thornaby trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 23:40
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:20 Liverpool | 3h11 | 07:31 Thornaby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:53 Liverpool | 3h38 | 08:31 Thornaby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:54 Liverpool | 3h22 | 08:16 Thornaby | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:24 Liverpool | 3h05 | 13:29 Thornaby | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Thornaby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Thornaby run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 166 km distance in 3h 5m.
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
Distance 166 km |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 04:51 |
Last train 23:43 |
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
Train companies: TransPennine Express from Liverpool to Thornaby trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool and Thornaby from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
£23
TransPennine Express frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Liverpool to Thornaby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Thornaby 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 Thornaby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Liverpool to Thornaby is 166 km.
The train journey from Liverpool to Thornaby covers a distance of 166 km and takes approximately 3h 5m. Trains run 5 per day.
Thornaby can be thoroughly explored in one to two days, allowing visitors to enjoy local attractions and nearby areas.
The first train from Liverpool to Thornaby leaves at 4:51.
The last train from Liverpool to Thornaby departs at 23:43.
Booking trains from Liverpool to Thornaby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Liverpool to Thornaby, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Trains from Liverpool to Thornaby run approximately 5 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Liverpool to Thornaby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £39.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Liverpool to Thornaby.
There is no night train service from Liverpool to Thornaby.
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Thornaby is by train, costing approximately £23.
The train station in Liverpool that goes to Thornaby is Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), and it arrives at Thornaby station (TBY).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Liverpool to Thornaby.
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool to Thornaby.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Thornaby
Liverpool
Thornaby
The major train station for departures in Liverpool is Kirkdale. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kirkdale for your trip from Liverpool to Thornaby.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:42 - 00:19 Sunday 08:04 - 00:19 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Distance to city center
3 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” Access to the Ticket Office is step free, both platforms can be accessed via lifts.
- 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: N/A
- 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 Kirkdale
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Westminster Road
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
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
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
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” 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- 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 Liverpool Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation 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.
Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
information
The major train station for arrivals in Thornaby is Thornaby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Thornaby for your journey to Thornaby from Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:45 Saturday 05:45 - 19:45 Sunday 09:15 - 17:15 Holidays: Boxing Day, Christmas Day Closed
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to the platform. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:45 - 19:45 Sunday: 08:45 - 17:30 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
- 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: During Staff Help times as shown above.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: A unisex toilet is available in the station building during booking office opening hours only. (Includes disabled and baby changing facilities).
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the approach road opposite the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Thornaby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coaches will pick up / drop off at the bus stops on Station Street due to the station car park not being wide enough for a coach to turn around in. Station Street is the road which runs parallel to the station access road and can be reached by using the footbridge on the station approach road.
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