How much does a train ticket cost from Edinburgh to Liverpool?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Liverpool start from £31. The average price for this train route is around £75. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Liverpool?

The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Liverpool is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 176 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 24m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Liverpool route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Edinburgh to Liverpool departs at 08:11. And the latest train departs at 19:15.

Train Edinburgh to Liverpool from £29

Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Liverpool on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:11	Waverley	4h 54m	00:05	Liverpool Lime Street	Cheapest
Train	16:17	Haymarket	3h 29m	19:46	Liverpool Lime Street	Fastest
Train	16:11	Waverley	3h 35m	19:46	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags
Train	16:11	Waverley	3h 35m	19:46	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags
Train	19:11	Waverley	4h 54m	00:05	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Liverpool on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	10:18	Haymarket	3h 24m	13:42	Liverpool Lime Street	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:18	Haymarket	3h 24m	13:42	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 15:30 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh 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 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 20mAverage duration

176 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£19 - £117	Average duration18h 50m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£31 - £279	Average duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£36 - £36	Average duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Edinburgh and Liverpool?

Edinburgh

A
Waverley
Boots Waverley Station, Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2QP, UK
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B
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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C
Edinburgh Park
Edinburgh Park, Edinburgh EH12 9FX, UK
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D
Gateway
Edinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh EH12 9GF, UK
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E
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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Liverpool

A
Liverpool One
Canning Pl, Liverpool L1, UK
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Train Companies

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Based on 22 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at £31

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Liverpool by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Edinburgh to Liverpool?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Liverpool start from £31. The average price for this train route is around £75. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Liverpool?
The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Liverpool is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 176 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 24m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Liverpool route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Liverpool?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Liverpool departs at 08:11. And the latest train departs at 19:15.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

£65

10/12

No data

Today

£59

12/12

£29

13/12

£55

14/12

£73

15/12

£53

16/12

£51

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Liverpool was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £29

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

You can expect to pay from £29 to £118 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £29, which is on 2025-12-12.