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Museum of Liverpool
A major museum covering Liverpool’s global links, city life and transport, with family-friendly displays and broad local history.
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Telford to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Telford to Liverpool will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
To travel from Telford to Liverpool you need to make at least one change.
G38371+
C18002
G38352+
W34073
G38356+
W34237
W70193+
G38947+
C17771+
G30587
V11670 · G39019+
C07931
C17810+
W45217
W45244+
C17849
G38556+
C17774
C17856+
G38548
G38552+
C17771Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Telford to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 89 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£27 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Telford to Liverpool trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C17921+ G38544 | 5:38 Telford Central (TFC) | 2h39 | 8:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C16881 · C17921 | 6:18 Telford Central (TFC) | 1h59 | 8:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C17849+ W45244 | 6:51 Telford Central (TFC) | 1h51 | 8:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
V11670 · G39019+ C07931 | 6:59 Telford Central (TFC) | 2h10 | 9:09 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 2 changes | |
C16882 · C17777 | 7:16 Telford Central (TFC) | 2h01 | 9:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
G38548+ C17856 | 7:51 Telford Central (TFC) | 1h51 | 9:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
G38352+ W34073 | 7:59 Telford Central (TFC) | 2h04 | 10:03 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C16883 · C17903 | 8:16 Telford Central (TFC) | 2h01 | 10:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
W45217+ C17810 | 8:53 Telford Central (TFC) | 1h49 | 10:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
G38585 · G39024+ C07947 | 9:00 Telford Central (TFC) | 2h09 | 11:09 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 2 changes | |
C16885 · C17887 | 9:18 Telford Central (TFC) | 1h59 | 11:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
W70193 · C17771+ G38947+ G30587 | 9:25 Telford Central (TFC) | 2h29 | 11:54 Liverpool Central (LVC) | 3 changes | |
C17771+ G38552 | 9:51 Telford Central (TFC) | 1h51 | 11:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
G38356+ W34237 | 9:58 Telford Central (TFC) | 2h06 | 12:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C16887 · C17797 | 10:18 Telford Central (TFC) | 1h59 | 12:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
W70196 · C17774+ G38967+ G30593 | 10:25 Telford Central (TFC) | 2h29 | 12:54 Liverpool Central (LVC) | 3 changes | |
C17774+ G38556 | 10:51 Telford Central (TFC) | 1h51 | 12:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C16898 · C18003 | 16:18 Telford Central (TFC) | 1h59 | 18:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
W70214 · C17869+ G38991+ G30631 | 16:25 Telford Central (TFC) | 2h29 | 18:54 Liverpool Central (LVC) | 3 changes | |
C17869+ G38570 | 16:51 Telford Central (TFC) | 1h56 | 18:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
G38602 · G39037+ C08011 | 16:59 Telford Central (TFC) | 2h10 | 19:09 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 2 changes | |
C16900 · C17772 | 17:18 Telford Central (TFC) | 1h59 | 19:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C17004+ Y63472+ C08015 | 17:33 Telford Central (TFC) | 2h36 | 20:09 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 2 changes | |
C17968+ G38572 | 17:53 Telford Central (TFC) | 1h56 | 19:49 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
G38371+ C18002 | 17:59 Telford Central (TFC) | 2h18 | 20:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
C16902 · C18002 | 18:18 Telford Central (TFC) | 1h59 | 20:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
G38576+ W34288 · W34058 | 18:52 Telford Central (TFC) | 2h14 | 21:06 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
G38609 · G39040+ C08019 | 18:59 Telford Central (TFC) | 2h10 | 21:09 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Telford to Liverpool run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 21:58. The fastest train covers the 89 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 89 km |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 21:58 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Best time to book 3 days |
Discover the best of Liverpool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Liverpool trip today.
A major museum covering Liverpool’s global links, city life and transport, with family-friendly displays and broad local history.
An extensive museum of archaeology, world cultures and natural history, known for varied displays and free family visits.
A waterfront gallery with British art, decorative works and changing exhibitions in a landmark dockside building.
Liverpool’s revived dock complex with museums, waterfront walks, historic warehouses and some of the city’s best views.
A compact central quarter known for independent shops, street art, music venues and a lively creative atmosphere.
A broad Georgian street lined with cultural venues, gardens and major civic buildings, ideal for a scenic walk.
A hearty beef stew with root vegetables, long linked to Liverpool’s dockworkers and home cooking. It is one of the city’s best-known traditional dishes.
A lighter local variation of scouse made with lamb or mutton, potatoes and vegetables. It reflects older Liverpool home-style cooking traditions.
A local bakery favourite made from leftover cake pieces bound with sweet filling and covered in icing or chocolate. It is strongly associated with Liverpool bakeries.
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate, polished setting. A strong choice for a special meal in central Liverpool.
Historic pub famed for serving traditional scouse and classic British comfort food in a busy, characterful city-centre setting.
Long-established seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish and a smart but relaxed dining room near the waterfront.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses, trains and attractions can still add up in peak periods.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10%. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
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Liverpool Lime Street Station -> Liverpool ONE Bus Station, Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Telford 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.

Most Telford to Liverpool trains use the Telford Central to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool James Street. Use this guide to compare Telford and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Telford Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Telford Central.
Ticket office support is available at Telford Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Telford Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Telford Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Telford Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Oakengates is 1 km from Telford city centre. Public transport options include:
Oakengates has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Oakengates.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Announcements.
Available at Oakengates: Parking.
Available at Oakengates: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oakengates: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
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 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.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Liverpool Central 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 options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: 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” All platforms can be accessed via lift, 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: No.
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