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The cheapest and fastest trains from Rayleigh to Liverpool
Showing times and prices for 25 Dec
Cheapest price
£90
Average price
£90
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
316 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rayleigh to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rayleigh to Liverpool will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Rayleigh for Liverpool every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 316 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 19 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.
03:454h19
Rayleigh08:04Liverpool
£901One-way
0 changes
03:454h19
Rayleigh08:04Liverpool
£901One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Rayleigh to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Rayleigh to Liverpool trains for tomorrow, Thursday 25 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 18:09
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:45 Rayleigh | 4h19 | 08:04 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rayleigh to Liverpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Rayleigh to Liverpool run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £74 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 19:43. The fastest train covers the 316 km distance in 3h 58m.
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 316 km |
Average train duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 19:43 |
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
FAQs: Rayleigh to Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rayleigh 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.
A day trip from Rayleigh to Liverpool is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 58m and trains operate 4 times per day over a distance of 316 km.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Rayleigh to Liverpool.
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.
Booking trains from Rayleigh to Liverpool in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Rayleigh to Liverpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £74, while the average price tends to be around £86.
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.
The train journey from Rayleigh to Liverpool offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through the scenic countryside of Essex and the industrial sights of the North West, providing varied views along the way.
The cheapest way to get from Rayleigh to Liverpool is by train, costing approximately £74.
The train distance from Rayleigh to Liverpool is 316 km.
The train station in Rayleigh that goes to Liverpool is Rayleigh station (RLG), and it arrives at Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
The train journey from Rayleigh to Liverpool covers a distance of 316 km and takes approximately 3h 58m. Trains run 4 per day.
To travel from Rayleigh to Liverpool, you can take a train.
The first train from Rayleigh to Liverpool leaves at 5:25.
The last train from Rayleigh to Liverpool departs at 19:43.
Trains from Rayleigh to Liverpool run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Rayleigh to Liverpool.
There is no night train service from Rayleigh to Liverpool.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rayleigh and Liverpool
Rayleigh
Liverpool
The major train station for departures in Rayleigh is Rayleigh. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rayleigh for your trip from Rayleigh to Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:10 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Premium Bay
Accessibility
- Staff help available: 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located on platform 1. Toilets are available when the station is staffed
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: In car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Rayleigh
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stopat station entrance
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 Rayleigh.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information 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 05:25 - 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
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent
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”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
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: N/A
- 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 James Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: James Street Station, James Street, Liverpool
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