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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Liverpool
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
4 h 43 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Liverpool will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
To travel from Swansea to Liverpool you need to make at least 2 changes.
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C0801514:545h19Swansea station (SWA)20:13Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£361One-way2 changes- G38950+
C177808:544h48Swansea station (SWA)13:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£481One-way1 change - G39864 · G38983+C1778110:396h03Swansea station (SWA)16:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£481One-way2 changes
- G38950 · G38361+C079718:545h18Swansea station (SWA)14:12Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£481One-way2 changes
- G38953+C1777510:544h48Swansea station (SWA)15:42Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£501One-way1 change
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G1505017:224h43Swansea station (SWA)22:05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)£801One-way2 changes - G39027+W35432+C079638:234h46Swansea station (SWA)13:09Liverpool James Street (LVJ)£801One-way2 changes
- G39035+C07995+W3543412:224h47Swansea station (SWA)17:09Liverpool James Street (LVJ)£801One-way2 changes
- G39040+C08019+W3519816:224h47Swansea station (SWA)21:09Liverpool James Street (LVJ)£801One-way2 changes
- G15045+G39032+C0797910:224h47Swansea station (SWA)15:09Liverpool James Street (LVJ)£801One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swansea to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 209 km
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4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Swansea to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Liverpool trains for today, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C00165+ W29776+C17842 | 8:35 Swansea station (SWA) | 5h43 | 14:18 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| C00165+W29776+W33288 · W33373 | 8:35 Swansea station (SWA) | 5h29 | 14:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 changes | |
| C00123+G01071+C18011 | 9:23 Swansea station (SWA) | 5h55 | 15:18 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| C00123+G01071+W33378 · W33270 | 9:23 Swansea station (SWA) | 5h41 | 15:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 changes | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Swansea to Liverpool.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Liverpool
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Trains from Swansea to Liverpool run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 209 km distance in 4h 46m.
Distance 209 km |
Average train duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 46m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:32 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swansea to Liverpool trainsTransport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swansea and Liverpool from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Swansea to Liverpool
Getting from Swansea to Liverpool by train is simple and quick, with a huge range of daily connections. Trains from Swansea to Liverpool are operated by either CrossCountry, London Midland or Arriva Trains Wales. One or two changes will be required, usually in Crewe, and the fastest journey time is 4 hours 26 minutes. Trains start running at around 5:30 am, and the last service of the day is a 3:52 am service. Between the two, you'll find at least two options per hour.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Swansea to Liverpool?
Departure Station: Trains from Swansea to Liverpool all depart from Swansea station, which is located on Swansea High Street. You can walk there from the centre in around 15 minutes, or take the 114 bus from Swansea Bus Station.
Arrival Station: Trains get into either James Street or Lime Street. Lime Street is the major station in Liverpool and is a few hundred metres from the city centre. However, James Street is closer to the Docks and the Tate Gallery. You can take the W2 Merseyrail line from Lime Street to James Street if you want to reach the attractions quickly.
FAQs: Swansea to Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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 Swansea and Liverpool
Most Swansea to Liverpool trains use the Swansea to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool James Street. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swansea station do trains to Liverpool leave from?
Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre
Swansea train station facilities and services
Swansea has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swansea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Swansea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: on concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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: No.
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 James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. 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 James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: 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”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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