Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Showing times and prices for 18 Jul

Cheapest price

£61

Average price

£107

Fastest journey

3 h 43 m

Average duration

3 h 48 m

Trains per day

33

Distance

276 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £107 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.

Fast trains

To travel from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Avanti West CoastW33759+Greater AngliaP66500+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+West Midlands TrainsC17933
    17:584h14
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    22:12Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £611One-way
    3 changes
  • Avanti West CoastW33709+Northern RailG86296+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Greater AngliaP66477
    16:584h28
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    21:26Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £611One-way
    3 changes
  • TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33791+West Midlands TrainsC18026+Greater AngliaP67515
    5:584h19
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    10:17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £731One-way
    3 changes
  • Greater AngliaP66424+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33384
    14:433h52
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    18:35Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £781One-way
    2 changes
  • Avanti West CoastW33425+Greater AngliaP66477+West Midlands TrainsC17764+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston
    16:584h19
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    21:17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £781One-way
    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £50.

Distance: 276 km

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£88

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£33

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4h 27m

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Average total duration

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Live departures

Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times

The table below shows live departures for Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
CrossCountryG00953+East Midlands RailwayC044485:25 Stansted Airport (SSD)
6h04
11:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Greater AngliaP67515+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW335065:58 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h37
10:35 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 changes
Greater AngliaP67515+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33791+West Midlands TrainsC180265:58 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h19
10:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3 changes
CrossCountryG00954+East Midlands RailwayC044516:25 Stansted Airport (SSD)
6h04
12:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Greater AngliaP66106+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW335066:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h52
10:35 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 changes
Greater AngliaP66152+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW334777:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h43
11:26 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 changes
Greater AngliaP01764+East Midlands RailwayC044547:46 Stansted Airport (SSD)
5h43
13:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Greater AngliaP66176+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33582+West Midlands TrainsC179588:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h06
12:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3 changes
Greater AngliaP66200+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW337188:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h43
12:26 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 changes
Greater AngliaP66811+East Midlands RailwayC044578:46 Stansted Airport (SSD)
5h43
14:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Greater AngliaP67521+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW334069:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h52
13:35 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 changes
Greater AngliaP01159+East Midlands RailwayC044599:46 Stansted Airport (SSD)
5h43
15:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Greater AngliaP67522+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33724+West Midlands TrainsC1795610:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h06
14:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3 changes
Greater AngliaP67524+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW3348910:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h52
14:35 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 changes
Greater AngliaP66824+East Midlands RailwayC0446210:46 Stansted Airport (SSD)
5h43
16:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Greater AngliaP67525+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33679+West Midlands TrainsC1784411:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h06
15:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3 changes
Greater AngliaP66345+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW3349311:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h52
15:35 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 changes
Greater AngliaP66829+East Midlands RailwayC0446411:46 Stansted Airport (SSD)
5h43
17:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Greater AngliaP66364+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33761+West Midlands TrainsC1776312:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h06
16:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3 changes
Greater AngliaP66376+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW3345612:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h52
16:35 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 changes
Greater AngliaP66835+East Midlands RailwayC2159412:46 Stansted Airport (SSD)
5h43
18:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Greater AngliaP66388+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW33382+West Midlands TrainsC1793013:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h06
17:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3 changes
Greater AngliaP66424+TubeTube from Tottenham Hale to London Euston+Avanti West CoastW3338414:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h52
18:35 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)2 changes

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Avanti West Coast as well as Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and more offer trains services from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

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Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 18:11. The fastest train covers the 276 km distance in 3h 38m.

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 £22
Distance
276 km
Average train duration
4h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
£50
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
3h 38m
First train
4:20
Last train
18:11
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Wed
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 £22

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Greater Anglia from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Stansted Airport (SSD) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from £22. 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
3h 38m
Cheapest Price
£59
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

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 3m
Cheapest Price
£86
Transpennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 4m
Cheapest Price
£50
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day 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 Duration
5h 14m
Cheapest Price
£108
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

Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 43m
Cheapest Price
£101
Greater Anglia frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 1m
Cheapest Price
£135
Cross Country frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Airport (SSD) 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £50, while the average price tends to be around £88.
The train journey from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) covers a distance of 276 km and takes approximately 3h 38m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is 276 km.
The first train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 4:20.
The last train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) departs at 18:11.
Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run approximately 9 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
To get from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
The cheapest way to get from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is by coach, costing approximately £22.
Booking trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, including views of the Essex countryside, various towns, and glimpses of historic sites as it travels through regions like Cambridgeshire and the Midlands.
A day trip from Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street is not feasible since the journey duration is 3h 38m. The distance is 276 km, and there are 8 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).

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Important Stations and Airports in Stansted Airport (SSD) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Most Stansted Airport (SSD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the London Euston to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Stansted Airport (SSD) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Liverpool
Liverpool Lime StreetLime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre

Suburban train linesWirral Line (green)
Bus lines9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
Train linesNorthern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.

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.

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