York to Liverpool train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for 19 Jul

Cheapest price

£45

Average price

£67

Fastest journey

2 h 26 m

Average duration

2 h 36 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

139 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from York to Liverpool will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave York for Liverpool 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 139 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 11 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.

TransPennine ExpressC27202
08:042h27
York station (YRK)
10:31Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£451One-way
0 changes
TransPennine ExpressC27199
09:052h26
York station (YRK)
11:31Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£451One-way
0 changes
TransPennine ExpressC26362
10:042h28
York station (YRK)
12:32Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£821One-way
0 changes
TransPennine ExpressC26359
11:052h26
York station (YRK)
13:31Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£821One-way
0 changes
TransPennine ExpressC26849 · C26356
11:203h11
York station (YRK)
14:31Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£821One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for York to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. 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 £5, and a train costs an average of £19.

Distance: 138 km

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Coach

£39

Average Price

£15

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Cheapest

2h 50m

Average total duration

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2h 20m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 14m

Average total duration

3h 44m

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30m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

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Live departures

York to Liverpool train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 July
Last updated at 14:13
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transpennine_expressC27202
On time
07:04 York station (YRK)
2h27
09:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27199
On time
08:05 York station (YRK)
2h26
10:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC26362
On time
09:04 York station (YRK)
2h28
11:32 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC26359
On time
10:05 York station (YRK)
2h26
12:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC26849 · C26356
On time
10:20 York station (YRK)
3h11
13:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from York to Liverpool?

The best time to book your train from York to Liverpool is 42 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the York to Liverpool route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from York to Liverpool per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from York to Liverpool.

Journey information

Overview: Train from York to Liverpool

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Trains from York to Liverpool run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £5 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 £5
Distance
138 km
Average train duration
2h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
£19
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
1h 52m
First train
00:18
Last train
23:56
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 £5

Train providers: TransPennine Express and Northern Rail (3) trains York to Liverpool

Find the best trains between York and Liverpool with Omio's travel partners TransPennine Express and Northern Rail (3) from £18. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

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.

TransPennine Express from York to Liverpool train information:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 58 min
  • Cheapest Price: £18

Trains from York to Liverpool: Journey Details

Trains from York to Liverpool leave throughout the day and the evening. The first service leaves just before 6:00 am. Trains then run every 30 minutes to one hour, until just before 10:00 pm. All services are run by First TransPennine Express. Most services run direct, but early morning services may have one or two changes. Journey times can vary, but most last between 3-4 hours. Fares may be higher for early morning services.

Taking the Train from York

York train station is situated just a few minutes walk from the city centre. It is well connected to local transport links. There are several bus stops outside the station, where both local and national bus services can be found. The Coastliner bus connects York with the coast, and with Leeds. This service runs from early morning until just before midnight. There is a taxi rank outside the station that is open 24 hours a day. Short stay parking is available. There is bike storage at the station.

Getting into Liverpool by Train

Liverpool is famous for its reputation as a musically historical city, with a creative and cultural feel. Tourists to Liverpool can visit the famous haunts of The Beatles, as well as discovering new music being played in venues across the city. When travelling from York to Liverpool, trains arrive at Lime Street station. Lime Street station is a short distance from other train stations such as James Street, and is situated in the city centre. It is well connected to many different bus services; with regular buses departing to the local area, as well as national coaches and an airport shuttle service. There is a taxi rank outside the station.

FAQs: York to Liverpool train

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Important Stations and Airports in York and Liverpool

York
Liverpool
The major train station for departures in York is York. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at York for your trip from York to Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
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information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
  • 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 Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for York
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
The major train station for arrivals in Liverpool is Liverpool Lime Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool Lime Street for your journey to Liverpool from York.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
  • Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
Lockers
  • 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.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
Dining
Dining
  • Caffè Nero
  • Costa Coffee
  • Upper Crust
  • Starbucks
  • JD Wetherspoon
Taxis
Taxis
  • 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.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
WC
WC
  • 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
Hotel
Hotel
  • Pembroke Studios
  • Riley’s Rooms
  • Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
  • Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Alongside station entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main concourse.
Public transport options for Liverpool Lime Street
  • 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.

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