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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£31
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 23 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 25 m
Trains on 18 Sept
28
Distance
69 km
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 £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
To travel from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) you need to make at least one change.
W70499 · C1777110:001h42Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)11:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£91One-way1 change- W70488 · C178109:001h42Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)10:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£111One-way1 change
- W70507 · C1777411:001h42Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)12:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£121One-way1 change
- W70521 · C1778012:001h42Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)13:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£131One-way1 change
- W70476 · C1796818:001h49Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)19:49Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£201One-way1 change
- W70475+
W338838:001h23Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)9:23Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£321One-way1 change - C17856+
C213378:171h25Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)9:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£321One-way1 change - C17774+C2133411:161h26Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)12:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£311One-way1 change
- C17771+C2133510:161h26Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)11:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£311One-way1 change
- C17780+C2133312:161h26Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)13:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£311One-way1 change
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 an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 69 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV):
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) costing on average £32.
Other travel options to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 53m.
Tickets start at around £32 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-16.17. The journey takes 1h 16m versus 1h 7m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W70475+W33883 | On time 8:00 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h23 | 9:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| C17856+C21337 | Delayed 8:04 8:17Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h25 | 9:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C17903+ G01138 | Delayed 8:11 8:44Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h33 | 10:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G00847+C04444 | On time 8:49 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h40 | 10:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| W70488 · C17810 | On time 9:00 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h42 | 10:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| C17810+C21336 | Delayed 9:04 9:16Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h26 | 10:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| C17887+G01144 | Delayed 9:11 9:44Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h33 | 11:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G00849+C21804 | On time 9:50 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h39 | 11:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| W70499 · C17771 | On time 10:00 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h42 | 11:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| C17771+C21335 | Delayed 10:04 10:16Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h26 | 11:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| C17797+W29866 | Delayed 10:11 10:44Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h33 | 12:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G00851+C21812 | On time 10:49 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h40 | 12:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| W70507 · C17774 | On time 11:00 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h42 | 12:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| C17774+C21334 | Delayed 11:04 11:16Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h26 | 12:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| C17795+W29871 | Delayed 11:11 11:44Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h33 | 13:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 58m.
Distance 69 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 21:50 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsTranspennine Express, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Stoke-on-Trent from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Stoke-on-Trent train station facilities and services
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. 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 Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: 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.
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.
Most popular train connections from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
Most popular trains to and from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
Most popular train connections to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
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