The cheapest and fastest trains from Stafford to Liverpool
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stafford to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stafford to Liverpool will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 6 trains that leave Stafford for Liverpool every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 89 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
C1796912:401h02Stafford station (STA)13:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£231One-way0 changes
C1793210:111h06Stafford station (STA)11:17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£231One-way0 changes
C1776612:111h06Stafford station (STA)13:17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£231One-way0 changes
C1786710:401h02Stafford station (STA)11:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£331One-way0 changes
C1785811:401h02Stafford station (STA)12:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£331One-way0 changes
C1796912:401h02Stafford station (STA)13:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£231One-way0 changes
C1786710:401h02Stafford station (STA)11:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£331One-way0 changes
C1785811:401h02Stafford station (STA)12:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£331One-way0 changes
C1793210:111h06Stafford station (STA)11:17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£231One-way0 changes
C1776612:111h06Stafford station (STA)13:17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£231One-way0 changes
Live departures
Stafford to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Stafford to Liverpool trains for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:50 Stafford | 1h14 | 14:04 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:50 Stafford | 1h14 | 15:04 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:40 Stafford | 1h02 | 15:42 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:50 Stafford | 1h14 | 17:04 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 18 July | |||||
C17932 | 10:11 Stafford station (STA) | 1h06 | 11:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17867 | 10:40 Stafford station (STA) | 1h02 | 11:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17958 | 11:11 Stafford station (STA) | 1h06 | 12:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17858 | 11:40 Stafford station (STA) | 1h02 | 12:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17766 | 12:11 Stafford station (STA) | 1h06 | 13:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C17969 | 12:40 Stafford station (STA) | 1h02 | 13:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stafford to Liverpool
Trains from Stafford to Liverpool run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 89 km distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 89 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 23:52 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Stafford to Liverpool trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Stafford and Liverpool from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stafford to Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stafford 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stafford and Liverpool
Most Stafford to Liverpool trains use the Stafford to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool South Parkway. Use this guide to compare Stafford and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stafford station do trains to Liverpool leave from?
Getting to Stafford from Stafford city centre
Stafford train station facilities and services
Stafford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stafford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Stafford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stafford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stafford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stafford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stafford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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: Yes.
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.
Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: 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” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: Yes.
Getting to Broad Green from Liverpool city centre
Broad Green is 5 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Broad Green train station facilities and services
Broad Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Broad Green.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Broad Green.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Broad Green: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Broad Green: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Broad Green: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, To Liverpool platform : level access from street level. To Wigan platform via footpath from Seymour Road or Jubilee Avenue from ticket office under road bridge and first left, 500 metres. Or via underpass 32 steps level under the track then 30 steps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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