Trains from Edinburgh to Liverpool James Street from $18.78*

Trains from Edinburgh to Liverpool James Street from $18.78*

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Edinburgh to Liverpool James Street Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Edinburgh to Liverpool James Street, starting from $18.78 and averaging $29.30. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 45m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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06:12
Edinburgh (Waverley)
10:24
Liverpool James Street
4h 12m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastNorthernMerseyrail
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06:52
Edinburgh (Waverley)
10:37
Liverpool James Street
3h 45m, Changes requiredAvanti West CoastNorthernMerseyrail
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07:30
Edinburgh (Waverley)
12:17
Liverpool James Street
4h 47m, Changes requiredLNERTransPennine ExpressMerseyrail
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08:12
Edinburgh (Waverley)
12:24
Liverpool James Street
4h 12m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastNorthernMerseyrail
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08:52
Edinburgh (Waverley)
12:37
Liverpool James Street
3h 45m, Changes requiredAvanti West CoastNorthernMerseyrail
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09:30
Edinburgh (Waverley)
14:17
Paris
4h 47m, Changes requiredLNERTransPennine ExpressMerseyrail
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Edinburgh to Liverpool James Street Train Route Details

The Edinburgh to Liverpool James Street train ticket is from $18.78. The average travel time is 3h 45m, covering a distance of approximately 177 miles. There are usually 28 daily trains provided by Avanti West Coast,CrossCountry,Northern. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
06:12
Last train
Last train
23:44
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 45m
Distance
Distance
177 miles
Price
Price
$18.78*

Edinburgh to Liverpool James Street Train Travel Guide

Edinburgh to Liverpool James Street Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Liverpool James Street

With a journey time as short as 3h 45m, you can reach Liverpool James Street from Edinburgh, with an average of 28 train per day.

Book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Liverpool James Street

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Liverpool James Street. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, you can take advantage of group travel discounts. Many train companies offer GroupSave options that provide a discount of up to 1/3 on off-peak fares. This can make traveling from Edinburgh to Liverpool James Street more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Booking in advance is one of the most effective ways to get cheap train tickets. Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to purchasing tickets closer to the departure date. By planning your trip from Edinburgh to Liverpool James Street ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves buying separate tickets for different parts of your journey instead of one ticket for the entire trip. This method can often be cheaper and is perfectly legal. For instance, if you're traveling from A to B, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.