How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Liverpool?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Liverpool start at $24. The average price for this train route is around $48. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Birmingham to Liverpool?

The average train trip from Birmingham to Liverpool takes 1h 34m and covers 127 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 25m and is operated by West Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Liverpool route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway , Avanti West Coast .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Liverpool?

The earliest train from Birmingham to Liverpool departs at 7:04am. The latest train departs at 9:34pm.

What is the best train operator from Birmingham to Liverpool?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast , with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Liverpool?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Avanti West Coast has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Birmingham to Liverpool?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Birmingham to Liverpool?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Avanti West Coast , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Birmingham to Liverpool from $24

Next train departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Liverpool on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:04am	Birmingham New Street	1h 26m	8:30am	Liverpool South Parkway	CheapestFastest
Train	7:34am	Birmingham New Street	1h 32m	9:06am	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags
Train	7:51am	Birmingham New Street	1h 32m	9:23am	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags
Train	7:57am	Birmingham New Street	1h 33m	9:30am	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags
Train	7:51am	Birmingham New Street	1h 32m	9:23am	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Liverpool on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:34pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 32m	5:06pm	Liverpool South Parkway	Cheapest
Train	7:04am	Birmingham New Street	1h 26m	8:30am	Liverpool South Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:34am	Birmingham New Street	1h 32m	9:06am	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags
Train	8:07am	Birmingham New Street	1h 57m	10:04am	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags
Train	8:04am	Birmingham New Street	1h 26m	9:30am	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Liverpool on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:34pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 33m	2:07pm	Liverpool South Parkway	Cheapest
Train	10:34am	Birmingham New Street	1h 31m	12:05pm	Liverpool South Parkway	Fastest
Train	9:32am	Birmingham New Street	1h 33m	11:05am	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags
Train	12:07pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 57m	2:04pm	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags
Train	11:34am	Birmingham New Street	1h 31m	1:05pm	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Liverpool on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:04am	Birmingham New Street	1h 26m	8:30am	Liverpool South Parkway	CheapestFastest
Train	7:34am	Birmingham New Street	1h 32m	9:06am	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags
Train	3:07pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 46m	4:53pm	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags
Train	7:57am	Birmingham New Street	1h 33m	9:30am	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags
Train	4:07pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 46m	5:53pm	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Liverpool on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:04am	Birmingham New Street	1h 26m	8:30am	Liverpool South Parkway	CheapestFastest
Train	7:34am	Birmingham New Street	1h 32m	9:06am	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags
Train	3:07pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 46m	4:53pm	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags
Train	7:57am	Birmingham New Street	1h 33m	9:30am	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags
Train	4:07pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 46m	5:53pm	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Liverpool on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:04am	Birmingham New Street	1h 26m	8:30am	Liverpool South Parkway	CheapestFastest
Train	7:34am	Birmingham New Street	1h 32m	9:06am	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags
Train	3:07pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 46m	4:53pm	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags
Train	7:57am	Birmingham New Street	1h 33m	9:30am	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags
Train	4:07pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 46m	5:53pm	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Liverpool on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:04am	Birmingham New Street	1h 26m	8:30am	Liverpool South Parkway	CheapestFastest
Train	7:34am	Birmingham New Street	1h 32m	9:06am	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags
Train	3:07pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 46m	4:53pm	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags
Train	7:57am	Birmingham New Street	1h 33m	9:30am	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags
Train	4:07pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 46m	5:53pm	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:00 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to Liverpool

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Liverpool. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

127 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $149	Average Duration3h 18m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$24 - $141	Average Duration1h 34m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$14 - $29	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train companies

West Midlands Railway

2.5/55 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.2

GB train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Liverpool by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Liverpool?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Liverpool start at $24. The average price for this train route is around $48. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Birmingham to Liverpool?
The average train trip from Birmingham to Liverpool takes 1h 34m and covers 127 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 25m and is operated by West Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Liverpool route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Liverpool?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Liverpool departs at 7:04am. The latest train departs at 9:34pm.
What is the best train operator from Birmingham to Liverpool?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Liverpool?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Avanti West Coast has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Birmingham to Liverpool?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Birmingham to Liverpool?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-09

$77

12-10

$77

Today

$24

12-12

$24

12-13

$27

12-14

$32

12-15

$24

12-16

$24

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Liverpool was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $24

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Liverpool, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $24 to $136 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-12-12.

Usually Avanti West Coast will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.