Edinburgh to Liverpool by train + bus
This route from Edinburgh to Liverpool is not by train the whole way: by train, bus it takes about 4h 43m in total, run by TransPennine Express, FlixBus. A quicker option we found is flight + bus, at 3h 45m. The train is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €39
- Total journey
- 4h 43m
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- TransPennine Express, FlixBus
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The journey, step by step
- 1Edinburgh to ManchesterTransPennine Express3h 32m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Manchester - 2Manchester to Liverpool
FlixBus45mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Before you travel
Which station?
The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €47Checked Sep 5 | 5h 24m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Bus | €32Omio catalogue, Sep 8 | 10h 27m4 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€47Checked Sep 55h 24m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Bus€32Omio catalogue, Sep 810h 27m · 4 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Edinburgh to Liverpool by train: common questions
How long does Edinburgh to Liverpool take by train?
The train does not cover the whole route: train + bus together take about 4h 43m, 1 transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Edinburgh to Liverpool?
The best price in our latest check was €39. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Edinburgh to Liverpool?
TransPennine Express, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the flight + bus better?
The flight + bus is faster at 3h 45m. The train wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Edinburgh Liverpool train
- Edinburgh to Liverpool by train
- train ticket Edinburgh to Liverpool
- how long is the train from Edinburgh to Liverpool