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Edinburgh to Liverpool by train
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Cheapest Price US$22.00
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30 days in advance US$41.00
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7 days in advance US$93.50
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First train06:12
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Last train23:30
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Avg changes1
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Fastest journey3hr 27m
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Distance284 kilometres
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Trains per day47
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Avg. journey time4hr 10m
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Train operators
Travelling from Edinburgh to Liverpool by train
Want to know how to get from Edinburgh to Liverpool by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Edinburgh to Liverpool take around 3 hours and 27 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 284 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Edinburgh is scheduled to depart at around 06:12. The last departure is usually at around 23:30 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Edinburgh at around 06:13, with the last train leaving at around 23:30. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 47 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 12 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$22.00.
We think any time is a great time to visit Liverpool, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Liverpool.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Liverpool?
The journey between Edinburgh and Liverpool usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Edinburgh to Liverpool every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Liverpool?
The Edinburgh to Liverpool train travel takes about 3 hours and 27 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Edinburgh to Liverpool train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Liverpool leaving Edinburgh at around 06:12 and the last train leaving at around 23:30 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Edinburgh at around 06:13, with the final departure at 23:30.
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