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The cheapest and fastest trains from Motherwell to Liverpool
Showing times and prices for 09 Feb
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
3 h 36 m
Average duration
4 h 28 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
272 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Motherwell to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Motherwell to Liverpool will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Motherwell for Liverpool every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 272 km distance in an average of 4 h 28 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 13 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.
04:565h13
Motherwell10:09Liverpool
£381One-way
0 changes
08:244h35
Motherwell12:59Liverpool
£521One-way
0 changes
04:483h36
Motherwell08:24Liverpool
£551One-way
0 changes
04:483h36
Motherwell08:24Liverpool
£551One-way
0 changes
08:244h35
Motherwell12:59Liverpool
£521One-way
0 changes
04:565h13
Motherwell10:09Liverpool
£381One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Motherwell to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Motherwell to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, and a coach costs an average of £44.
Distance: 272 km
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£37 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price |
3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Motherwell to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Motherwell to Liverpool trains for today, Sunday 8 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 03:33
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L02261+ L64453+L37227 | On time 09:52 Motherwell station (MTH) | 3h36 | 13:28 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
L02261+ Y12433 | On time 09:52 Motherwell station (MTH) | 3h37 | 13:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| C73788 | On time 10:31 Motherwell station (MTH) | 3h11 | 13:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
W02493+ L10838 | On time 10:50 Motherwell station (MTH) | 3h17 | 14:07 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| C73812+L11403 | On time 11:25 Motherwell station (MTH) | 3h58 | 15:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| C73812 · L37236 | On time 11:25 Motherwell station (MTH) | 4h57 | 16:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Motherwell to Liverpool
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Trains from Motherwell to Liverpool run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 272 km distance in 3h 15m.
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
Distance 272 km |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 04:51 |
Last train 20:23 |
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
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express from Motherwell to Liverpool trainsTransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Motherwell and Liverpool from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 12m
Cheapest Price
£26
TransPennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
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 Duration
3h 19m
Cheapest Price
£17
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 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
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest Price
£77
first_transpennine_express frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Motherwell to Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motherwell to Liverpool 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Motherwell to Liverpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £21, while the average price tends to be around £37.
The train journey from Motherwell to Liverpool covers a distance of 272 km and takes approximately 3h 15m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Motherwell to Liverpool is 272 km.
The first train from Motherwell to Liverpool leaves at 4:51.
The last train from Motherwell to Liverpool departs at 20:23.
Trains from Motherwell to Liverpool run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Motherwell to Liverpool.
Yes, there is a direct train between Motherwell and Liverpool. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by first_transpennine_express.
To get from Motherwell to Liverpool, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Motherwell to Liverpool.
The train station in Motherwell that goes to Liverpool is Motherwell station (MTH), and it arrives at Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Liverpool is by train, costing approximately £21.
Booking trains from Motherwell to Liverpool in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Motherwell to Liverpool offers glimpses of picturesque landscapes, including rolling hills and countryside views, especially as it travels through parts of the Scottish Lowlands and Northern England. While not the most scenic route in the UK, it provides a pleasant glimpse into the regional scenery.
A day trip from Motherwell to Liverpool is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 15m. However, there are 4 trains per day covering the distance of 272 km.
In Liverpool, explore the vibrant Baltic Triangle, take a scenic ferry across the Mersey River, and visit the Walker Art Gallery. Enjoy performances at the Liverpool Empire Theatre and delve into the city's heritage at the Museum of Liverpool. Discover top sights like The Beatles Story, Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool Cathedral, Anfield Stadium, and St George's Hall.
Three days in Liverpool is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Royal Albert Dock, The Beatles Story, and the Liverpool Cathedral, while also enjoying the vibrant local culture.
Yes, you can take the train from Motherwell to Liverpool.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Motherwell and Liverpool
Motherwell
Liverpool
The major train station for departures in Motherwell is Motherwell. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Motherwell for your trip from Motherwell to Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:15 - 00:00 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent, PhotoMe photo booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Motherwell
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Muir Street
The major train station for arrivals 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 journey to Liverpool from Motherwell.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
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.
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse.
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.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:21 - 00:13 Sunday 07:41 - 00:13 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located in the Concourse at the Moorfields Entrance of the station; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Access to the National key toilets is controlled by the barrier line station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Moorfields
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Moorfields Station, Moorfields , Liverpool L2
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Liverpool Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
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