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Trip Summary
17 trains operate daily from Cambridge to Liverpool. The train trip from Cambridge to Liverpool is usually about 6 hours and 42 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest CrossCountry + Connections train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 4 minutes.
| Distance | 154 mi (248 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 4m |
| Lowest price | £96.40 |
| Most frequent service | CrossCountry + Connections |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Cambridge to Liverpool
- CrossCountry + Connections tickets: £96 one-way
- Great Northern + Connections tickets: £111 one-way
- Greater Anglia + Connections tickets: £96 one-way
Which train should you take from Cambridge to Liverpool?
There are 3 train lines with service from Cambridge to Liverpool. CrossCountry + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 15 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry + Connections | 15 | 6h 58m | £95.51 |
| Great Northern + Connections | 1 | 4h 45m | £110.71 |
| Greater Anglia + Connections | 1 | 4h 44m | £95.51 |
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Cambridge to Liverpool start from £96, and on average cost . Daily there are 15 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to Liverpool. CrossCountry + Connections in Cambridge leaves from Station Road . And in Liverpool trains arrive at Liverpool South Parkway and 2 other train stations.
From Cambridge to Liverpool train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 6 hours and 58 minutes. If you are looking to get to Liverpool faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 4 minutes.
Great Northern is a UK-based rail company that serves commuter towns north of London. The company is owned by Thameslink and offers a contemporary train fleet with complimentary WiFi. The company primarily serves towns such as Potters Bar, Hatfield, Welwyn Garden City, Stevenage, and Hitchin While standard-class seats can be hard to secure due to high demand at peak hours, first-class compartments offer a quieter, more peaceful journey.
Greater Anglia + Connections train tickets from Cambridge to Liverpool start from £96, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Greater Anglia + Connections schedules to Liverpool. Greater Anglia + Connections in Cambridge leaves from Station Road . And in Liverpool trains arrive at Liverpool Lime St .
From Cambridge to Liverpool train travel on Greater Anglia + Connections takes 4 hours and 44 minutes. If you are looking to get to Liverpool faster, Greater Anglia + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 4 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Cambridge and Liverpool is approximately 154 miles, or 248 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 42 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 4 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Cambridge to Liverpool on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Cambridge at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 17 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Liverpool to Cambridge.
City Information
Liverpool
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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
Where is the train station in Cambridge?
Main departure station: Station Road
There is one train station in Cambridge.
All train stations in Cambridge:
Station Road
Where is the train station in Liverpool?
Main arrival station: Brunswick
There are more train stations and stops in Liverpool than most cities. Most trains from Cambridge will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Liverpool:
Train stations in Liverpool:
Brunswick
Liverpool Lime Street Station
Liverpool South Parkway Station
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