What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Liverpool?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Liverpool is to bus which costs £9 - £40 and takes 6h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Liverpool?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Liverpool is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Liverpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo Station station to Liverpool. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd and arriving at Liverpool, Liverpool One via London Victoria and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Liverpool?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo Station station to Liverpool. However, there are services departing from Waterloo station and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Liverpool?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Liverpool is 196 miles. The road distance is 211.6 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Liverpool without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Liverpool without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Liverpool?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Waterloo Station to Liverpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Liverpool bus from?

Waterloo Station to Liverpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Liverpool train from?

Waterloo Station to Liverpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train, bus or fly from Waterloo Station to Liverpool?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Liverpool is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £40 and takes 6h 9m, you could also fly, which costs £110 - £380 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Liverpool bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Liverpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Liverpool train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Liverpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Liverpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Liverpool is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Waterloo Station to Liverpool.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Liverpool?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Waterloo Station to Liverpool?

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Where can I stay near Liverpool?

There are 2121+ hotels available in Liverpool.

Can I share a ride from Waterloo Station to Liverpool?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Waterloo Station and Liverpool. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Waterloo Station to Liverpool - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

There are 9 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Liverpool by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Liverpool Lime Streettrain London Euston - Liverpool Lime Street
2h 51m
£32–203
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Uk021 / ...
6h 9m
£9–38
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from London to Liverpoolrideshare 209.7 mi
4h 25m
£20–35
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
4h 43m
£65–242
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 400 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 550 / ...
6h 46m
£18–81
Drive 210.4 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Liverpoolcar 210.4 mi
3h 44m
£52–75
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
5h 10m
£115–374
Fly London City Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
5h 9m
£216–710
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
5h 11m
£83–231

Waterloo Station to Liverpool by subway and train

192Weekly Services

2h 51mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 194.6 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, Greater London, England and Liverpool, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £30–200 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Liverpool, Liverpool One 3 times a day. Tickets cost £7–35 and the journey takes 4h 55m.

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