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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£116
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£116
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
6 h 38 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
6 h 38 m
Trains on 05 Sept
1
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 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 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £116 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £116.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 1 trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 6 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 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.
7:216h38Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)13:59Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£1161One-way0 changes
- 7:216h38Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)13:59Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£1161One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, while a train costs an average of £91.
Distance: 317 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£91 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £63 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 54m Average total duration 8h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV):
A coach is £57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) costing on average £91.
Other travel options to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 24m.
You'll arrive about 24m sooner (4h 20m by train vs 4h 44m by car). Tickets start at around £91 compared to roughly £63 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34002+ L79750 | On time 17:20 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h13 | 22:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34278+L79758 | On time 17:37 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h28 | 23:05 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34091+ P24208+L79104 | On time 18:20 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 6h24 | 0:44 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 changes | |
| Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33907+L79788 | On time 19:20 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 5h28 | 0:48 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
| 7:21 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 6h38 | 13:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £91 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 05:55. The fastest train covers the 317 km distance in 5h 22m.
Distance 317 km |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £91 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 22m |
First train 5:55 |
Last train 5:55 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsAvanti West Coast, South Western Railway trains will get you between Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 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 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the Portsmouth & Southsea to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) 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 Portsmouth & Southsea from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth & Southsea train station facilities and services
Portsmouth & Southsea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portsmouth & Southsea. ATMs are available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth & Southsea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth & Southsea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
Most popular train connections from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Most popular trains to and from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
Most popular train connections to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
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