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How to get to Liverpool by train
| Routes | 1 |
| Trips per day | 9 |
| train lines | 2 |
| Stations | 2 |
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About Liverpool
Although Liverpool is only England's 10th largest city, its fame ballooned as the birthplace of the world's biggest rock band: The Beatles. Visiting Liverpool would not be complete without a trip to the iconic Beatles Statue, located near the port, followed by a visit to The Beatles Story museum, where visitors can immerse themselves in the band's rise to fame.
To explore some of Liverpool's older history, the Merseyside Maritime Museum provides fascinating exhibits on the city's great port-town past, including exhibitions on the Titanic as well as the Battle of the Atlantic. Football fanatics should check out the world-famous Anfield Stadium, where regular tours help visitors revel in the history and glory of this iconic football club.
Traveling to Liverpool is easy thanks to several rail providers, which facilitate travel around the Liverpool City Region and beyond. Liverpool also has two significant bus terminals for access via coach and an international airport for those traveling from further afield.
Station Information
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Liverpool's main rail terminus, Lime Street Station, was opened in 1836, making it the oldest operating mainline rail station in the world. It receives regular services from London via TransPennine Express. Local Merseyrail services arrive and depart from under the main station concourse. Here you'll find several stores and restaurants, as well as coffee shops such as Starbucks, restrooms, and luggage lockers. Long-distance National Express and Megabus coaches depart from the bus station at Liverpool One shopping mall, a six-minute walk away.
Popular train stations in Liverpool:
ONE Coach Station
Liverpool Lime Street Station
What train companies travel to Liverpool, United Kingdom?
Located in United Kingdom, Liverpool is accessible by train from one other city. You can choose from 9 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Liverpool on Wanderu. FlixTrain usually has the most trains on any given day.
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Train companies serving Liverpool
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti West Coast | 2 | 2h 37m | US$77.60 |
| FlixTrain | 1 | 1d 7h 36m | US$107.07 |
Avanti West Coast is one of the primary rail links between London and Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester, Glasgow, and Edinburgh. On any given day, Avanti West Coast operates almost 300 routes and departs hourly from select destinations.
Part of the FlixBus family, FlixTrain launched in 2018 to offer affordable and sustainable train travel in Germany. Its trains provide Wi-Fi, power outlets, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and access to an entertainment portal full of movies, games, and music. In addition, each passenger gets a guaranteed seat, so you don't have to worry about standing in any aisles.
Frequently Asked Questions
The busiest train station in Liverpool is ONE Coach Station. As Liverpool's main station, it has the most trains coming and going. However, a popular alternative is Liverpool Lime Street Station.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester | 0h 53m | US$7.82 |
| London | 2h 34m | US$83.13 |
| Birmingham | 1h 48m | US$34.34 |
| Dublin | 9h 29m | US$52.26 |
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