The cheapest and fastest trains from Loughborough station (LBO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Loughborough station (LBO) 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 Loughborough station (LBO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 2 trains that leave Loughborough station (LBO) for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 138 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 28 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.
2:016h28Loughborough station (LBO)8:29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£231One-way0 changes
6:003h29Loughborough station (LBO)9:29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£321One-way0 changes
6:003h29Loughborough station (LBO)9:29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£321One-way0 changes
2:016h28Loughborough station (LBO)8:29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Loughborough station (LBO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Loughborough station (LBO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 138 km
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£40 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Loughborough station (LBO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Loughborough station (LBO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, 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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![]() | 15:54 Loughborough station (LBO) | 3h35 | 19:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 2:01 Loughborough station (LBO) | 6h28 | 8:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:00 Loughborough station (LBO) | 3h29 | 9:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Loughborough station (LBO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) by train or coach
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Loughborough station (LBO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Loughborough station (LBO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Trains from Loughborough station (LBO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:01, the last at 20:29. The fastest train covers the 138 km distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 138 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 2:01 |
Last train 20:29 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Loughborough station (LBO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Loughborough station (LBO) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Loughborough station (LBO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough station (LBO) 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 Loughborough station (LBO) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most Loughborough station (LBO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the Loughborough to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Loughborough station (LBO) 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 Loughborough from Loughborough city centre
Loughborough is 1 km from Loughborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Loughborough train station facilities and services
Loughborough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Basin, The Orange Tree
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Loughborough. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Loughborough. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Loughborough: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Loughborough: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Loughborough: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Loughborough, Travelodge Loughborough Central, Ramada Loughborough Hotel.
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.
