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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Waverley | Liverpool Lime Street | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Haymarket | Liverpool Lime Street | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Waverley | Liverpool Lime Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Haymarket | Liverpool Lime Street | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Liverpool
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 $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Edinburgh and Liverpool?
Edinburgh
- ARosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
- BBoots Waverley Station, Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2QP, 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. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at $96
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Liverpool 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 Edinburgh to Liverpool?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Liverpool start at $96. The average price for this train route is around $139. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Edinburgh to Liverpool?
The average train trip from Edinburgh to Liverpool takes 3h 31m and covers 283 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 24m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Liverpool route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Liverpool?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Liverpool departs at 8:11am. The latest train departs at 4:17pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Liverpool was searched and found on Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $82To 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 $82 to $209 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 $82 which is on 2026-02-01.
