How much does a train ticket cost from York to Liverpool?

The cheapest train tickets from York to Liverpool start from £20. The average price for this train route is around £41. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from York to Liverpool?

The average train journey time from York to Liverpool is 2h 13m, covering a distance of 86 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 52m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators serve the York to Liverpool route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 14 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from York to Liverpool?

The earliest train from York to Liverpool departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 22:06.

Train York to Liverpool from £19

Next train departures

Next departures from York to Liverpool on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:19	York	2h 30m	10:49	Liverpool South Parkway	Cheapest
Train	09:05	York	1h 54m	10:59	Liverpool Lime Street	Fastest
Train	08:19	York	2h 30m	10:49	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags
Train	08:19	York	2h 30m	10:49	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags
Train	15:20	York	2h 29m	17:49	Liverpool South Parkway	No tags

Next departures from York to Liverpool on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:04	York	1h 55m	08:59	Liverpool Lime Street	Cheapest
Train	15:05	York	1h 54m	16:59	Liverpool Lime Street	Fastest
Train	07:04	York	1h 55m	08:59	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags
Train	07:17	York	2h 16m	09:33	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags
Train	07:17	York	2h 16m	09:33	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags

Next departures from York to Liverpool on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:05	York	1h 54m	16:59	Liverpool Lime Street	CheapestFastest
Train	07:04	York	1h 55m	08:59	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags
Train	07:04	York	1h 55m	08:59	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags
Train	07:17	York	2h 16m	09:33	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags
Train	07:17	York	2h 16m	09:33	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags

Next departures from York to Liverpool on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:04	York	1h 55m	08:59	Liverpool Lime Street	Cheapest
Train	15:05	York	1h 54m	16:59	Liverpool Lime Street	Fastest
Train	07:04	York	1h 55m	08:59	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags
Train	07:17	York	2h 16m	09:33	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags
Train	07:17	York	2h 16m	09:33	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags

Next departures from York to Liverpool on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:04	York	1h 55m	08:59	Liverpool Lime Street	Cheapest
Train	15:05	York	1h 54m	16:59	Liverpool Lime Street	Fastest
Train	07:04	York	1h 55m	08:59	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags
Train	07:17	York	2h 16m	09:33	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags
Train	07:17	York	2h 16m	09:33	Liverpool Lime Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 07:46 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from York to Liverpool

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Liverpool. The journey takes about 4 hours 48 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

4h 48mAverage duration

87 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£15 - £26	Average duration4h 48m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£20 - £100	Average duration2h 13m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Based on 22 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 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 £20

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from York to Liverpool by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from York to Liverpool?
The cheapest train tickets from York to Liverpool start from £20. The average price for this train route is around £41. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from York to Liverpool?
The average train journey time from York to Liverpool is 2h 13m, covering a distance of 86 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 52m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the York to Liverpool route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 14 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from York to Liverpool?
The earliest train from York to Liverpool departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 22:06.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

£32

11/12

£41

Today

£24

13/12

£21

14/12

£19

15/12

£19

16/12

£25

17/12

£22

The cheapest trip from York to Liverpool was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £19

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from York to Liverpool as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £19 to £97 for a train ticket from York to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2025-12-15.