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Get from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool
The journey takes about 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ellesmere Port 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 Ellesmere Port to Liverpool?
The cheapest train tickets from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool start from £9. The average price for this train route is around £9. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool?
The average train journey time from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool is 35m, covering a distance of 10 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 35m and is operated by Merseyrail.
Which train operators serve the Ellesmere Port to Liverpool route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from Merseyrail, Northern.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool?
The earliest train from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool departs at 07:11. And the latest train departs at 23:19.
Which is the best train operator from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Northern has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £9To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £9 to £9 for a train ticket from Ellesmere Port to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-12-15.
