St Albans to Liverpool train with Avanti West Coast

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  • Avanti West Coast
    8:113h53
    St Albans
    12:04Liverpool
    £821One-way
    0 changes

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Compare train and coach for St Albans to Liverpool

The cheapest option from St Albans to Liverpool is coach, with an average price of £51. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from St Albans to Liverpool among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 257 km

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£86

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£51

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3h 19m

Average total duration

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2h 49m

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30m

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6h 26m

Average total duration

5h 56m

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St Albans to Liverpool train times

The table below shows live departures for St Albans to Liverpool trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Avanti West Coast8:11 St Albans
3h53
12:04 Liverpool0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from St Albans to Liverpool

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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from St Albans to Liverpool, including direct trains, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £76 but you can travel from only £51 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 21:08. The fastest train covers the 257 km distance in 2h 56m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £51
Distance
257 km
Average train duration
2h 49m
Lowest ticket price
£76
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 56m
First train
3:55
Last train
21:08
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
7 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £51

Train companies: Avanti West Coast from St Albans to Liverpool trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between St Albans and Liverpool from £51. 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 Duration
2h 56m
Cheapest Price
£76
Avanti West Coast frequency
6 a day
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

FAQs: St Albans to Liverpool train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans 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 train distance from St Albans to Liverpool is 257 km.
The first train from St Albans to Liverpool leaves at 3:55.
The last train from St Albans to Liverpool departs at 21:08.
Trains from St Albans to Liverpool run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from St Albans to Liverpool.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from St Albans to Liverpool.
To get from St Albans to Liverpool, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from St Albans to Liverpool.
The train station in St Albans that goes to Liverpool is St Albans City (SAC), and it arrives at Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Booking trains from St Albans 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 St Albans to Liverpool offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Travellers can enjoy picturesque views of the English countryside, including rolling hills and farmland, as well as glimpses of charming towns along the route.
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 St Albans to Liverpool.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in St Albans and Liverpool

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

Departure train stations in St Albans
Arrival train stations in Liverpool

Which St Albans station do trains to Liverpool leave from?

Trains from St Albans to Liverpool leave from St Albans City. The station is from St Albans city centre at St Albans station, Station Way, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5HE.
St Albans CitySt Albans station, Station Way, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5HE+44 345 026 4700WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental

St Albans City train station facilities and services

St Albans City 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 Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at St Albans City.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at St Albans City. ATMs are available at St Albans City.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at St Albans City.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at St Albans City: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at St Albans City: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at St Albans City: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

St Albans AbbeySt Albans Abbey station, Holywell Hill, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 2DN+44 3301235247ParkingDiningAccessibilityBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to St Albans Abbey from St Albans city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesTowards Watford - Public Service bus stop A/Rail Replacement bus stop on A5183 on Holywell Hill near to the station entrance car park. Towards St Albans - Public Service bus stop B/Rail Replacement bus stop on A5183 on Holywell Hill.

St Albans Abbey train station facilities and services

St Albans Abbey has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at St Albans Abbey.

Tickets and information

Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at St Albans Abbey: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at St Albans Abbey: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at St Albans Abbey: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on Platform One, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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