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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to York

Showing times and prices for 24 Apr

Cheapest price

£35

Average price

£41

Fastest journey

1 h 50 m

Average duration

2 h 17 m

Trains per day

Distance

139 km

Cheap tickets

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 £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Liverpool for York every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 139 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 11 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.

P13708

09:241h50

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

11:14York station (YRK)

£351One-way

0 changes

P12812 · P12981

08:542h10

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

11:04York station (YRK)

£351One-way

1 change

W46781+

P13711

10:002h18

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

12:18York station (YRK)

£351One-way

1 change

P13705

08:231h54

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

10:17York station (YRK)

£361One-way

0 changes

P12717+

C65947

10:193h11

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

13:30York station (YRK)

£641One-way

1 change

Live departures

Liverpool to York train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 24 April

Last updated at 23:56

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
P13705	On time 07:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	1h54	09:17 York station (YRK)	0 changesdirect
P12812 · P12981	On time 07:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	2h10	10:04 York station (YRK)	1 change
P13708	On time 08:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	1h50	10:14 York station (YRK)	0 changesdirect
W46781+P13711	On time 09:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	2h18	11:18 York station (YRK)	1 change
P12717+C65947	On time 09:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	3h11	12:30 York station (YRK)	1 change

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

The best time to book your train from Liverpool to York is 35 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Liverpool to York route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Liverpool to York 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 York.

Trains

from £24

Coaches

from £15

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool to York

United Kingdom

Trains from Liverpool to York run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £6 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 £6

Distance

138 km

Average train duration

2h 9m

Cheapest ticket price

£19

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

1h 49m

First train

05:20

Last train

21:05

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £6

Train companies: TransPennine Express and Northern Rail (3) trains Liverpool to York

You can travel by train to York from Liverpool with TransPennine Express and Northern Rail (3) for as low as £20. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

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.

TransPennine Express from Liverpool to York train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 2 min
Cheapest Price: £20

Northern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom operating trains between Liverpool and York. It operates a wide range of services, from express trains to local services, and offers a variety of ticket types. Express trains are the fastest services, with journey times of up to two hours. Local services are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Northern Rail also offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and a range of refreshments. The most popular routes for Northern Rail are between major cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.

Liverpool to York train information with Northern Rail (3):

Average Duration: 3 h 5 min
Cheapest Price: £73
Northern Rail (3) frequency: 1 a day

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

FAQs: Travel by train from Liverpool to York 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 York.

Cheap train tickets from Liverpool to York can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Liverpool to York is £29; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to York from Liverpool is on average 1 h 52 min for the 86 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Liverpool and York by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Liverpool to York leaves at 00: 18. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Liverpool to York leaves at 23: 36.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Liverpool to York without having to change trains with TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express. There are 4 direct trains from Liverpool to York each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the best Liverpool to York train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to York from Liverpool to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 36.

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 York, located 0.5 miles (787 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to York from Liverpool is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 52 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Liverpool to York is December.

You have options as you can travel between Liverpool and York 2 different ways: train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and York

Liverpool

York

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 York.

Liverpool Lime Street Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Lime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141

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.

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

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.