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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Liverpool Lime Street | Waverley | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Liverpool Lime Street | Haymarket | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Liverpool Lime Street | Waverley | No tags | ||||
| Train | Liverpool Lime Street | Waverley | No tags | ||||
| Train | Liverpool Lime Street | Waverley | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Liverpool to Edinburgh
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 3 hours 24 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Liverpool and Edinburgh?
Edinburgh
- ABoots Waverley Station, Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2QP, UK
- BRosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
- CEdinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh EH12 9GF, UK
- DEdinburgh Park, Edinburgh EH12 9FX, UK
- E13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
Train Companies
Based on 23 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at CHF 31
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Liverpool to Edinburgh 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 Liverpool to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Liverpool to Edinburgh start from CHF 31. The average price for this train route is around CHF 61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Liverpool to Edinburgh?
The average train ride duration from Liverpool to Edinburgh is 3h 24m, covering a distance of 176 miles (283 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 18m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators service the Liverpool to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Liverpool to Edinburgh?
The earliest train departs from Liverpool to Edinburgh at 7:25am. And the latest train departs at 8:13pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Liverpool to Edinburgh was searched and found on May 3, 2026 with a price of CHF 37To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Liverpool to Edinburgh, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CHF 37 to CHF 151 for a train ticket from Liverpool to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 37 which is on 2026-05-03.
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