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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Wolverhampton to Liverpool
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wolverhampton to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wolverhampton to Liverpool will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 30 trains that leave Wolverhampton for Liverpool every day 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 108 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 19 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.
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Compare train and coach for Wolverhampton to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wolverhampton to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. 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 train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 108 km
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Live departures
Wolverhampton to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Wolverhampton to Liverpool trains for today, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W05294 | On time 21:53 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h24 | 23:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
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| W05233 | On time 08:23 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h19 | 09:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
 W01954 · W02671 | On time 08:32 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h31 | 10:03 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
W01954+ L64290+ G86523 | On time 08:32 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 2h07 | 10:39 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 2 changes | |
| W05235 | On time 08:53 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h24 | 10:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W05238 | On time 09:23 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h19 | 10:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L02364 · W02668 | On time 09:32 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h32 | 11:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| W05241 | On time 09:53 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h24 | 11:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W05243 | On time 10:23 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h19 | 11:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L02371 · W02666 | On time 10:32 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h32 | 12:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| W05246 | On time 10:53 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h24 | 12:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W05248 | On time 11:23 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h19 | 12:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L02373 · W02662 | On time 11:32 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h32 | 13:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| W05251 | On time 11:53 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h24 | 13:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W05253 | On time 12:23 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h19 | 13:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L02374 · W02659 | On time 12:32 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h32 | 14:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| W05256 | On time 12:53 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h24 | 14:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W05258 | On time 13:23 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h19 | 14:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L02366 · W02657 | On time 13:31 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h33 | 15:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| W05261 | On time 13:53 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h24 | 15:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W05263 | On time 14:23 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h19 | 15:42 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W02927 · W02654 | On time 14:32 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h32 | 16:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| W05266 | On time 14:53 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h24 | 16:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Wolverhampton to Liverpool
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Trains from Wolverhampton to Liverpool run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 108 km distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 108 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 05:12 |
Last train 22:53 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Wolverhampton to Liverpool trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Wolverhampton and Liverpool from £6. 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 Wolverhampton to Liverpool
If travellers need to make the trip from Wolverhampton to Liverpool, taking the train is always a good option. During the day, travellers can expect two services per hour, and a total of 20-26 direct trains to Liverpool. The journey time will be between one hour 15 minutes and one hour 20 minutes, with no changes required.
Which train companies travel from Wolverhampton to Liverpool?
Direct trains to Liverpool from Wolverhampton are operated by West Midlands Railway, which runs services seven days a week, all year round. Indirect services may be available as well, featuring operators like Virgin Trains or Merseyrail.
How long is the train from Wolverhampton to Liverpool?
If travellers choose a direct service from Wolverhampton to Liverpool, they can expect a journey time of between one hour 15 minutes and one hour 20 minutes. No changes will be needed at any stage, and trains run straight into Liverpool Lime Street. Services with a change are usually not much slower, with many journeys taking around one hour 25 minutes.
How many trains are there from Wolverhampton to Liverpool?
West Midlands Railway offers a reliable and regular connection between Wolverhamption and Liverpool, with two trains per hour between 7:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. After that, expect a single direct service until shortly before midnight. In total, there should be 20-26 direct trains to Liverpool on any given day.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Wolverhampton to Liverpool?
Departure train station: All trains to Liverpool depart from Wolverhamption Station, which is just north-east of the city centre. Those walking from the bus station or the centre of town can take Railway Drive, which heads straight to the station doors. Local buses also stop right outside, connecting the station to all parts of Wolverhampton. Inside, travellers will find a cafe and basic shops, along with toilets and ticket offices.
Arrival train station: Trains from Wolverhamption will always arrive at Liverpool Lime Street Station, the city's largest railway terminus. Those arriving can walk from there to the city centre, or hop on Merseyrail trains to Liverpool Central. Anyone heading to Anfield can take the 26, 310 or 917 buses, while Liverpool University's central campus is 10-15 minutes' walk to the east. The station itself is filled with places to dine and shop and taxis constantly offer local connections for onward travel.
FAQs: Wolverhampton to Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wolverhampton 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Wolverhampton and Liverpool
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Parking
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ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 06:15 - 23:59
- Car Park: Multi storey
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle facilities are currently located at the front of the station adjacent to the multi-storey car park whilst redevelopment works are carried out at the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Due to construction works taking place at Wolverhampton station, rail replacement buses are unable to use the short stay car park at the front of the station. For the foreseeable future rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off at bus stop AH on Lichfield Street (by the Moon Under Water public house).
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LockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car RentalInformation Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- 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.
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located in the main concourse.
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:51 - 00:16 Saturday 05:51 - 00:16 Sunday 07:51 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: shelter by station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stand 4, located in the main concourse area
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
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