London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 10 Oct

Cheapest price on 10 Oct

£59

Average ticket price on 10 Oct

£87

Fastest journey on 10 Oct

3 h 27 m

Average journey duration on 10 Oct

3 h 31 m

Trains on 10 Oct

7

Distance

314 km

Cheap tickets

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 £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.

Fast trains

On Sat 10 Oct, we found 7 trains from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), including 7 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 314 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 27 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.

  • Avanti West Coast
    10:563h27
    London Gatwick Airport
    14:23Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £591One-way
    0 changes
  • Avanti West Coast
    6:263h38
    London Gatwick Airport
    10:04Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £801One-way
    0 changes
  • Avanti West Coast
    9:563h27
    London Gatwick Airport
    13:23Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £891One-way
    0 changes
  • Avanti West Coast
    8:563h27
    London Gatwick Airport
    12:23Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £951One-way
    0 changes
  • Avanti West Coast
    9:263h38
    London Gatwick Airport
    13:04Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £961One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 10:26. The fastest train covers the 314 km distance in 2h 52m.

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 £15
Distance
314 km
Average train duration
3h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
£51
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
2h 52m
First train
5:27
Last train
10:26
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Mon
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 £15

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, Friday 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Avanti West CoastW33898+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Euston+ThameslinkW45479
Delayed
10:07 9:46Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3h37
13:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34035+ThameslinkW32939+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Euston
Delayed
11:43 10:32Gatwick Airport (GTW)
4h32
15:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW00038+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Euston+ThameslinkW45493+West Midlands TrainsC17778
Delayed
11:05 10:46Gatwick Airport (GTW)
4h01
14:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
3 changes
Avanti West CoastW34035+SouthernG26403+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston
Delayed
11:43 11:26Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3h38
15:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33996+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston+SouthernG26407
Delayed
12:07 11:56Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3h27
15:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34099+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston+SouthernG26410
Delayed
12:43 12:26Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3h38
16:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34211+SouthernC82387+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston+West Midlands TrainsC17781
Delayed
13:02 12:43Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3h59
16:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
3 changes
Avanti West CoastW34103+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Euston+ThameslinkW45432
Delayed
13:43 13:16Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3h48
17:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34103+SouthernG26417+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston
Delayed
13:43 13:26Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3h38
17:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33918+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston+SouthernG26421
Delayed
14:07 13:56Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3h27
17:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34215+SouthernG26424+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston
Delayed
14:43 14:26Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3h38
18:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34223+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston+SouthernG26428
Delayed
15:07 14:56Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3h39
18:35 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34030+SouthernG26431+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston
Delayed
15:43 15:26Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3h39
19:05 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastC01308+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston+SouthernG2643515:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3h27
19:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34248+SouthernG26438+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston
Delayed
16:43 16:26Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3h39
20:05 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33984+SouthernG26442+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston
Delayed
17:07 16:56Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3h27
20:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34058+SouthernG26445+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston
Delayed
17:43 17:26Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3h40
21:06 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastC01309+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston+SouthernG26449
On time
17:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3h27
21:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34240+SouthernG26452+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Euston18:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
3h39
22:05 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 changes
Saturday 10 October
Avanti West Coast6:26 London Gatwick Airport
3h38
10:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Avanti West Coast8:56 London Gatwick Airport
3h27
12:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Avanti West Coast9:26 London Gatwick Airport
3h38
13:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect

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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, West Midlands Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, West Midlands Trains 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.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
2h 52m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£51
Avanti West Coast frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

London North Eastern Railway

About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average London North Eastern Railway Duration
4h 23m
Cheapest London North Eastern Railway Price
£95
London North Eastern Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
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 pets per passenger
Quiet zone

West Midlands Trains

About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average West Midlands Trains Duration
3h 27m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
£74
West Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £51, while the average price tends to be around £98.
The train journey from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) covers a distance of 314 km and takes approximately 2h 52m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is 314 km.
The first train from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 5:27.
The last train from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) departs at 10:26.
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
There is no night train service from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Booking trains from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the English countryside, small towns, and cities along the way, providing a pleasant travel experience.
Yes, you can take the train from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).

popular train stations

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.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Liverpool
Liverpool Lime StreetLime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre

Suburban train linesWirral Line (green)
Bus lines9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
Train linesNorthern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.

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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