Train from Edinburgh to Liverpool: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Edinburgh to Liverpool on 26 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Waverley
Liverpool Lime StreetNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Waverley
Liverpool Lime StreetNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Haymarket
Liverpool Lime StreetNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Waverley
Liverpool Lime StreetNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Waverley
Liverpool Lime StreetNo tags

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 and with fares starting at just R 532, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
4hAverage duration
284 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 357 - R 3 746Average duration18h 50m
7kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 139 - R 3 065Average duration3h 31m
7kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 532 - R 808Average duration4h
12kg CO₂e

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 differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Liverpool?

    The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Liverpool start from R 1 139. The average price for this train route is around R 1 628. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Liverpool?

    The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Liverpool is 3h 31m, covering a distance of 284 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 24m and is operated by Transpennine Express.

  3. Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Liverpool route?

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

  4. 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 16:17.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
24/01
R 1 084
25/01
No data
Today
R 1 081
27/01
No data
28/01
R 1 128
29/01
R 1 082
30/01
R 1 126
31/01
R 1 086
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Liverpool was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 081

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 R 1 081 to R 2 469 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 R 1 082, which is on 2026-01-29.

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