Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£17

Fastest journey

1 h 27 m

Average duration

1 h 44 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

69 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) 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 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 69 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 12 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.

West Midlands Trains
05:302h12
Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
07:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£101One-way
0 changes
West Midlands Trains
08:001h42
Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
09:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£101One-way
0 changes
West Midlands Trains
16:071h35
Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
17:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£201One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
16:371h27
Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
18:04Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£281One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £9.

Distance: 69 km

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Average total duration

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1h 22m

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Live departures

Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:47
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
west_midlands_rail05:30 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
2h12
07:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
west_midlands_rail08:00 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
1h42
09:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
west_midlands_rail16:07 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
1h35
17:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coast16:37 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
1h27
18:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

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Trains from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
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 £7
Distance
69 km
Average train duration
1h 26m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
1h 18m
First train
05:04
Last train
19:49
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 £7

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, TransPennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, TransPennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from £7. 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
1h 18m
Cheapest Price
£28
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 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

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
1h 22m
Cheapest Price
£9
West Midlands Trains frequency
5 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

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 3m
Cheapest Price
£17
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

East Midlands Trains

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
1h 40m
Cheapest Price
£22
East Midlands Trains 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

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
2h 8m
Cheapest Price
£31
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

Merseyrail

About
Mersey Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a network of commuter and regional services in the North West of England. Mersey Rail operates a variety of train types, including the Class 507 and Class 508 electric multiple units, and the Class 142 and Class 150 diesel multiple units. It also operates the Merseyrail Electrics, a fleet of electric multiple units. Mersey Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Mersey Rail are Liverpool to Southport, Liverpool to Chester, and Liverpool to Ormskirk.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Price
£32
Merseyrail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be leashed
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£79
east_midlands_trains frequency
10 a day

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 22m
Cheapest Price
£65
Cross Country frequency
22 a day

FAQs: Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
FAQs
To get from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) 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 cost of a train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £18.
The train distance from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is 69 km.
The cheapest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is by coach, costing approximately £7.
The train journey from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) covers a distance of 69 km and takes approximately 1h 18m. Trains run 10 per day.
The first train from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 5:04.
Yes, you can take the train from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
The last train from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) departs at 19:49.
Trains from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run approximately 10 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
There is no night train service from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).

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Important Stations and Airports in Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

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The major train station for departures in Stoke-on-Trent is Stoke-on-Trent. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stoke-on-Trent for your trip from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
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Phone Number
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:00 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:55 - 20:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Stoke on Trent Car Park 3 (Adjacent to Platform 2/3)
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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 taxis: By the North end of platform 1
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 2. The National key toilet is located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 & 2
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: all platforms
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Stoke-on-Trent
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.

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