The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
1 h 48 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) 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 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 32 trains that leave Milton Keynes Central (MKC) for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) every day 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 213 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 49 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.
C17873 · C1778011:192h23Milton Keynes Central (MKC)13:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£131One-way1 change
C17750 · C178108:192h23Milton Keynes Central (MKC)10:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£131One-way1 change
C17848 · C177719:192h23Milton Keynes Central (MKC)11:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£131One-way1 change
C17953 · C178567:162h26Milton Keynes Central (MKC)9:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£131One-way1 change
C17878 · C1777410:192h23Milton Keynes Central (MKC)12:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£131One-way1 change
W340738:151h48Milton Keynes Central (MKC)10:03Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£1371One-way0 changes
W3421516:151h49Milton Keynes Central (MKC)18:04Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£701One-way0 changes
W3410315:151h49Milton Keynes Central (MKC)17:04Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£451One-way0 changes
W3403017:161h49Milton Keynes Central (MKC)19:05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£701One-way0 changes
W339309:151h49Milton Keynes Central (MKC)11:04Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£1311One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 213 km
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2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 41m Average total duration 7h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34103 | Delayed 14:30 15:15Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h49 | 16:09 16:09Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18017 · C17966 | Delayed 14:32 15:19Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h23 | 17:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
Y80886 · C17772 | Delayed 14:42 15:38Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 3h39 | 19:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
W34215 | On time 16:15 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h49 | 18:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34030 | On time 17:16 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h49 | 19:05 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C18013 · C17968 | On time 17:19 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h30 | 19:49 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C17846 · C17782 | On time 17:38 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 3h39 | 21:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
W34248 | On time 18:15 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h50 | 20:05 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34058 | On time 19:15 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h51 | 21:06 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y80926 · C18001 | On time 19:38 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 3h43 | 23:21 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
W34240 | On time 20:15 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h50 | 22:05 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34278 | On time 21:15 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h01 | 23:16 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33907 | On time 22:41 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h06 | 0:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 3 June | |||||
W34206+ C17849 | 6:17 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h25 | 8:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
W34206+ G89110 · G86159 | 6:17 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h36 | 8:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
W33883 | 6:52 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h31 | 9:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
W33969 | 7:12 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h52 | 9:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17953 · C17856 | 7:16 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h26 | 9:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
W34073 | 8:15 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h48 | 10:03 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17750 · C17810 | 8:19 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h23 | 10:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
W33930 | 9:15 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h49 | 11:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17848 · C17771 | 9:19 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h23 | 11:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
W34237 | 10:15 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h49 | 12:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17878 · C17774 | 10:19 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h23 | 12:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
W34264 | 11:15 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h49 | 13:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17873 · C17780 | 11:19 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h23 | 13:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
W34243 | 12:15 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h49 | 14:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17792 · C17778 | 12:19 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h28 | 14:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
W34035 | 13:15 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h49 | 15:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17897 · C17775 | 13:19 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h23 | 15:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
W34099 | 14:15 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 1h49 | 16:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17941 · C17781 | 14:19 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h23 | 16:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 213 km |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 5:41 |
Last train 22:41 |
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FAQs: Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) 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 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:00 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:30 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
- Type of shops available: Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible - situated on the concourse and at the front of the station outside the main entrance
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on 1 and 3. Please be advised the non-accessible toilets on Platforms 1 and 2 are locked out of use until further notice. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse (operated by a RADAR key), Platform 1 and Platform 3. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. Passengers in possession of a RADAR key can access the toilets at all times. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 05:00-23:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- 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.
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
- 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.
- 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
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located in the main concourse.
- 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.
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