The cheapest and fastest trains from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£10
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 11 m
Trains on 18 Sept
7
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salford Crescent (SLD) 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 Salford Crescent (SLD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 7 trains from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 18 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.
15:091h20Salford Crescent (SLD)16:29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£41One-way0 changes
13:351h18Salford Crescent (SLD)14:53Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£71One-way0 changes
7:311h00Salford Crescent (SLD)8:31Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£71One-way0 changes
6:091h20Salford Crescent (SLD)7:29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£91One-way0 changes
15:311h03Salford Crescent (SLD)16:34Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£91One-way0 changes
7:311h00Salford Crescent (SLD)8:31Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£71One-way0 changes
15:311h03Salford Crescent (SLD)16:34Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£91One-way0 changes
13:351h18Salford Crescent (SLD)14:53Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£71One-way0 changes
5:341h18Salford Crescent (SLD)6:52Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£211One-way0 changes
16:351h18Salford Crescent (SLD)17:53Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Salford Crescent (SLD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 47 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£21 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV):
A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) costing on average £21.
Other travel options to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 35m.
Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £9 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-12.26. The journey takes 52m versus 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Salford Crescent (SLD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Salford Crescent (SLD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P28790+ C21812 | 10:44 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h45 | 12:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
P24130 · G89086+ C24952 | 10:55 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h04 | 11:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
P24130+ C24952 | 10:55 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h04 | 11:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
L89368+ C24952 | 11:00 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 0h59 | 11:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
L89368 · G86181 | 11:00 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h53 | 12:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
L89368+ C24952+ G86181 | 11:00 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h53 | 12:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
G89839+ C21812 | 11:05 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h24 | 12:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
P24171+ C21812 | 11:09 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h20 | 12:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
L89256+ G15923 | 11:27 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h04 | 12:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C32657+ G15923 | 11:31 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h00 | 12:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
G89843 · G86181 | 11:35 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h18 | 12:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
G89843 · G86181+ G38409 | 11:35 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h18 | 12:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
C24954+ L89316 | 12:00 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 0h59 | 12:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C21590+ G89847 | 12:06 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h23 | 13:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C21590+ P24175 | 12:09 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h20 | 13:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
L89259+ G15930 | 12:27 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h04 | 13:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C32606+ G15930 | 12:31 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h00 | 13:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
G89850 · G86122 | 12:35 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h18 | 13:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
P28797+ C21811 | 12:44 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h45 | 14:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
P28797+ G15907 | 12:44 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h15 | 13:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
P28797 · G89095+ G15907 | 12:44 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h15 | 13:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
P24138+ G15907 | 12:55 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h04 | 13:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
P24138 · G89095+ G15907 | 12:55 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h04 | 13:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
L89332+ G15907 | 13:00 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 0h59 | 13:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
G89854+ C21811 | 13:05 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h24 | 14:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
P24179+ C21811 | 13:09 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h20 | 14:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
L89262+ C24407 | 13:27 Salford Crescent (SLD) | 1h04 | 14:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Trains from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 10:35, the last at 12:55. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 41m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 10:35 |
Last train 12:55 |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Salford Crescent (SLD) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Salford Crescent (SLD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salford Crescent (SLD) 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 Salford Crescent (SLD) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most Salford Crescent (SLD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the Salford Central to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Salford Crescent (SLD) 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 Salford Crescent from Salford city centre
Salford Crescent train station facilities and services
Salford Crescent has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salford Crescent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salford Crescent.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salford Crescent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salford Crescent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salford Crescent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, The station is accessed from the main road ( A6,THE CRESCENT) and the corner of University Road There is a lift available at the end of the overbridge (facing the steps of which there is 36 down onto the platform). The lift is available from first to last train, 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.
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.

