Heathrow to Liverpool by train

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Overview: trains from Heathrow to Liverpool

Find the key information for travelling by train from Heathrow to Liverpool, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:32 View journey
Last train 20:51 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 6m View journey
Distance (km) 277
Trains / day 51 View all
Cheapest journey US$38.50 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 41m
Train operators 7

Heathrow to Liverpool train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Heathrow to Liverpool by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Heathrow to Liverpool take around 3 hours and 6 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 277 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Heathrow is scheduled to depart at around  05:32. The last departure is usually at around 20:51 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Heathrow at around 05:57, with the last train leaving at around 20:17. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 51 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 21 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$38.50.

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 Heathrow to Liverpool?

The journey between Heathrow and Liverpool usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Heathrow 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 Heathrow to Liverpool?

The Heathrow to Liverpool train travel takes about 3 hours and 6 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Heathrow to Liverpool train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Liverpool leaving Heathrow at around 05:32 and the last train leaving at around 20:51 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Heathrow at around 05:57, with the final departure at 20:17.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.