Salisbury to Liverpool train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Salisbury to Liverpool

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 04 Sept

Cheapest price on 04 Sept

£53

Average ticket price on 04 Sept

£101

Fastest journey on 04 Sept

4 h 35 m

Average journey duration on 04 Sept

4 h 41 m

Trains on 04 Sept

6

Distance

272 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salisbury to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Salisbury to Liverpool will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.

Fast trains

To travel from Salisbury to Liverpool you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • CrossCountryG00879+West Midlands TrainsC17966+South Western RailwayL79398
    12:474h55
    Salisbury station (SAL)
    17:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £531One-way
    2 changes
  • Avanti West CoastW33918+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+South Western RailwayL79398
    12:474h36
    Salisbury station (SAL)
    17:23Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £851One-way
    2 changes
  • Avanti West CoastW34215+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+South Western RailwayL79403
    13:214h43
    Salisbury station (SAL)
    18:04Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £901One-way
    2 changes
  • Avanti West CoastW34223+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+South Western RailwayL79409
    13:474h48
    Salisbury station (SAL)
    18:35Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £901One-way
    2 changes
  • Avanti West CoastW34103+South Western RailwayL79392+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston
    12:214h43
    Salisbury station (SAL)
    17:04Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £1281One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train for Salisbury to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salisbury to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £66 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £66, while a train costs an average of £66.

Distance: 272 km

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Driving

£66

Average Price

Cheapest

£54

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 1m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 31m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 44m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Avanti West Coast

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Salisbury to Liverpool is a train with an average price of £66.
The fastest way to travel from Salisbury to Liverpool is by train with an average journey time of 4h 31m.

Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:

Coach takes on average 9h 36m.

Yes, you can take a train between Salisbury and Liverpool.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 13m sooner (4h 31m by train vs 4h 44m by car). Tickets start at around £66 compared to roughly £54 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

Salisbury to Liverpool train times

The table below shows live departures for Salisbury to Liverpool trains for tomorrow, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Avanti West CoastW34103+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston+South Western RailwayL7939212:21 Salisbury station (SAL)
4h43
17:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33918+South Western RailwayL79398+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston12:47 Salisbury station (SAL)
4h36
17:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 changes
CrossCountryG00879+West Midlands TrainsC17966+South Western RailwayL7939812:47 Salisbury station (SAL)
4h55
17:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34215+South Western RailwayL79403+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston13:21 Salisbury station (SAL)
4h43
18:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34999+CrossCountryG00883+West Midlands TrainsC1800313:42 Salisbury station (SAL)
4h35
18:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34223+South Western RailwayL79409+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Euston13:47 Salisbury station (SAL)
4h48
18:35 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Salisbury to Liverpool

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Trains from Salisbury to Liverpool run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 20:43. The fastest train covers the 272 km distance in 4h 36m.

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
4h 31m
Cheapest ticket price
£44
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
4h 36m
First train
4:35
Last train
20:43
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
42 days
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: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Salisbury to Liverpool trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Salisbury and Liverpool from £44. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Avanti West Coast Duration
4h 36m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£44
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

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
4h 53m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£52
CrossCountry frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

West Midlands Trains

About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average West Midlands Trains Duration
5h 51m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
£135
West Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
5h 36m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
£65
South Western Railway frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway (GWR) Duration
4h 34m
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
15 a day

Complete guide to Liverpool

Things to do in Liverpool

Discover the best of Liverpool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Liverpool trip today.

  • Must visit

Museum of Liverpool

A major museum covering Liverpool’s global links, city life and transport, with family-friendly displays and broad local history.

  • Must visit

World Museum

An extensive museum of archaeology, world cultures and natural history, known for varied displays and free family visits.

  • Recommended

Tate Liverpool

A waterfront gallery with British art, decorative works and changing exhibitions in a landmark dockside building.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses, trains and attractions can still add up in peak periods.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

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.

FAQs: Salisbury to Liverpool train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Salisbury to Liverpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £44, while the average price tends to be around £66.
The train journey from Salisbury to Liverpool covers a distance of 272 km and takes approximately 4h 36m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Salisbury to Liverpool is 272 km.
The first train from Salisbury to Liverpool leaves at 4:35.
The last train from Salisbury to Liverpool departs at 20:43.
Trains from Salisbury to Liverpool run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Salisbury to Liverpool.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Salisbury to Liverpool.
To travel from Salisbury to Liverpool, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Salisbury to Liverpool.
The train station in Salisbury that goes to Liverpool is Salisbury station (SAL), and it arrives at Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
The cheapest way to get from Salisbury to Liverpool is by train, costing approximately £44.
Booking trains from Salisbury 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 Salisbury to Liverpool offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque countryside of Wiltshire and Cheshire. Travellers can enjoy sights of rolling hills, quaint villages, and historical landmarks along the route.
A day trip from Salisbury to Liverpool is not feasible, as the journey duration is 4h 36m. The distance is 272 km, and there are 6 trains per day.
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 Salisbury to Liverpool.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Salisbury and Liverpool

Most Salisbury to Liverpool trains use the Salisbury to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool Central. Use this guide to compare Salisbury and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Salisbury
Arrival train stations in Liverpool

Which Salisbury station do trains to Liverpool leave from?

Trains from Salisbury to Liverpool leave from Salisbury. The station is 1 km from Salisbury city centre at Salisbury station, South Western Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7RS.
SalisburySalisbury station, South Western Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7RS+44 345 600 0650WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Salisbury from Salisbury city centre

Bus2, 25, 26, 27, X4, 26A, R3, R8, R10, Pr3, R1, 2A, X2 · 4m · every ~40 min

Salisbury train station facilities and services

Salisbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Salisbury.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Salisbury. ATMs are available at Salisbury.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Salisbury. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Salisbury: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Salisbury: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Salisbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step free access to all platforms. Access to platforms 5 (for trains to Cardiff and the West of England) and 6 (for some services to Basingstoke and London Waterloo) are via level access. Access to all other platforms is via a subway with steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers who have difficulty using the ramps. Please speak to our assisted travel team or a member of station staff. 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: Yes.

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