4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to York
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to York will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
To travel from Liverpool to York you need to make at least one change.
G89942+
G1600011:002h36Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)13:36York station (YRK)£251One-way1 change- C24590+G899349:002h36Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:36York station (YRK)£271One-way1 change
- G89939+C2459710:002h36Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:36York station (YRK)£271One-way1 change
- A31203 · C2490911:222h53Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:15York station (YRK)£341One-way1 change
- A31210 · G158629:222h53Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:15York station (YRK)£341One-way1 change
C04357+C2490410:512h24Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)13:15York station (YRK)£341One-way1 change- G15862+C043549:512h24Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:15York station (YRK)£341One-way1 change
- G15861+C043508:512h25Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:16York station (YRK)£361One-way1 change
- C24590+G899349:002h36Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:36York station (YRK)£271One-way1 change
- G89942+G1600011:002h36Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)13:36York station (YRK)£251One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Liverpool to York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 139 km
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£30 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Liverpool to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to York trains for tomorrow, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W84665 · G15861 | 8:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h57 | 11:16 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| A31211 · G15861 | 8:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h54 | 11:16 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| C04350+G15861 | 8:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h25 | 11:16 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| C24590+G89934 | 9:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h36 | 11:36 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| W84670 · G15862 | 9:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h56 | 12:15 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| A31210 · G15862 | 9:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h53 | 12:15 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| C04354+G15862 | 9:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h24 | 12:15 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| C24597+G89939 | 10:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h36 | 12:36 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| W84677 · C24904 | 10:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h56 | 13:15 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| A31214 · C24904 | 10:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h53 | 13:15 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| C24904+C04357 | 10:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h24 | 13:15 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| G16000+G89942 | 11:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h36 | 13:36 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| W84683 · C24909 | 11:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h56 | 14:15 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
| A31203 · C24909 | 11:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h53 | 14:15 York station (YRK) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to York
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to York run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 139 km distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 139 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 0:18 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Liverpool to York trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool and York from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Liverpool to York
TransPennine Express operate regular, direct trains from Liverpool to York. The daily schedule begins with a first departure around 6:15 a.m. and continues with trains roughly twice an hour until the final departure from Liverpool about 10:30 p.m. Journey times range from under 2 hours to 2 hours and 15 minutes. There is a less frequent service on Sundays, with the first departure around 8:30 a.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Liverpool to York?
Departure Station: Liverpool Lime Street station Liverpool Lime Street station is located in the city centre, about 5 minutes walk from the main bus station on Roe Street. Local buses C4 and C5 operate a circular route from the station around the city centre. There are taxi ranks on Skelhorne Street and Lord Nelson Street.
Arrival Station: York station York station is situated about 15 minutes walk west of the city centre. Local buses stop nearby on Queen Street and at the bus interchange on Station Avenue, about 5 minutes walk away. Taxis are available from the rank at the station entrance.
FAQs: Liverpool to York train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and York
Most Liverpool to York trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and York 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 Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. 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 Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: 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.
Which York station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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