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Museum of Liverpool
A major museum covering Liverpool’s global links, city life and transport, with family-friendly displays and broad local history.
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£97
Fastest journey
5 h 4 m
Average duration
5 h 12 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Liverpool will cost around £97 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.
Of the 8 trains that leave Norwich for Liverpool every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 299 km distance in an average of 5 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 32 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 299 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£83 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 21m Average total duration 8h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Liverpool trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34069+ C24965+ Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+ G38529 | Delayed 13:30 12:00Norwich station (NRW) | 4h59 | 16:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5 changes | |
P01270+ Tube from Stratford (London) to London Euston+ W34103 | On time 12:00 Norwich station (NRW) | 5h04 | 17:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
P01275+ W33928+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston+ C17966 | On time 12:30 Norwich station (NRW) | 5h12 | 17:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 changes | |
C21809 | On time 12:52 Norwich station (NRW) | 5h37 | 18:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C24969+ G80179+ C21809 | Delayed 15:04 12:52Norwich station (NRW) | 5h07 | 17:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
C21809+ W84702+ G80179 | On time 12:52 Norwich station (NRW) | 5h08 | 18:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Norwich to Liverpool run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 299 km distance in 5h 8m.
Distance 299 km |
Average train duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 8m |
First train 0:18 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Liverpool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Liverpool trip today.
A major museum covering Liverpool’s global links, city life and transport, with family-friendly displays and broad local history.
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A compact central quarter known for independent shops, street art, music venues and a lively creative atmosphere.
A broad Georgian street lined with cultural venues, gardens and major civic buildings, ideal for a scenic walk.
A hearty beef stew with root vegetables, long linked to Liverpool’s dockworkers and home cooking. It is one of the city’s best-known traditional dishes.
A lighter local variation of scouse made with lamb or mutton, potatoes and vegetables. It reflects older Liverpool home-style cooking traditions.
A local bakery favourite made from leftover cake pieces bound with sweet filling and covered in icing or chocolate. It is strongly associated with Liverpool bakeries.
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate, polished setting. A strong choice for a special meal in central Liverpool.
Historic pub famed for serving traditional scouse and classic British comfort food in a busy, characterful city-centre setting.
Long-established seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish and a smart but relaxed dining room near the waterfront.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses, trains and attractions can still add up in peak periods.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10%. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
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Liverpool Lime Street Station -> Liverpool ONE Bus Station, Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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.

Most Norwich to Liverpool trains use the Norwich to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool Central. Use this guide to compare Norwich and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Norwich has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Norwich.
Wi-Fi is available at Norwich. ATMs are available at Norwich.
Ticket office support is available at Norwich. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Norwich: Parking, WC.
Available at Norwich: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Norwich: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
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 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.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: 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.
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: 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”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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