The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
3 h 36 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
Of the 7 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 314 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 9 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.
5:507h14London Gatwick Airport13:04Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£631One-way0 changes
8:204h55London Gatwick Airport13:15Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£771One-way0 changes
7:205h09London Gatwick Airport12:29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£791One-way0 changes
12:443h37London Gatwick Airport16:21Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£831One-way0 changes
7:055h10London Gatwick Airport12:15Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£931One-way0 changes
12:453h36London Gatwick Airport16:21Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£971One-way0 changes
12:443h37London Gatwick Airport16:21Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£831One-way0 changes
11:433h38London Gatwick Airport15:21Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£991One-way0 changes
8:204h55London Gatwick Airport13:15Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£771One-way0 changes
7:205h09London Gatwick Airport12:29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£791One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 314 km
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4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W33489+ Tube from London Bridge to London Euston+ C02724 | Delayed 11:07 10:46Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h37 | 14:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) by coach or train
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Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains, Thameslink or CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 20:43. The fastest train covers the 314 km distance in 3h 27m.
Distance 314 km |
Average train duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 5:46 |
Last train 20:43 |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink, CrossCountry from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink, CrossCountry trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the London Euston to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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.
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