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Nottingham to Liverpool Trains From £14.30

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Buy cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Liverpool for just £14.30. Book in advance to secure the most affordable fare, instead of the average ticket price of £29.50. The train journey from Nottingham to Liverpool typically takes approximately 2h 38m. You can expect a frequency of 25 trains available daily. For further information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Train Timetable.

Nottingham to Liverpool Train Prices and Times

To find the cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Liverpool, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid traveling during peak times. Compare train prices and times below for the best deals on rail fares.

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  1. 18:15
    Nottingham

    2h 50m

    No direct

    21:05
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Train C25567-1K75 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C87715-1F34 is operated by Avanti West Coast. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From £67.90
  2. 19:17
    Nottingham

    2h 47m

    No direct

    22:04
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Train C25569-1K77 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C27635-1F36 is operated by Avanti West Coast. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From £67.90
  3. 20:15
    Nottingham

    2h 49m

    No direct

    23:04
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Train C25570-1K79 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C27636-1F38 is operated by Avanti West Coast. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From £67.90
  4. 21:19
    Nottingham

    4h 21m

    No direct

    01:40+1
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Train C25577-1K81 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain S21136-0B00 is operated by Avanti West Coast. The speed of this train is 0km/h.
Days of operation: Tue–Fri

    E-ticket

    From £67.90
  5. 21:36
    Nottingham

    9h 2m

    No direct

    06:38+1
    Liverpool Central
    Train G24701-1G90 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    West Midlands Trains

    West Midlands Trains

    Train C92259-2S02 is operated by Merseyrail. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From £67.90
  6. 23:18
    Nottingham

    7h 43m

    No direct

    07:01+1
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Train W30215-1Y38 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G67235-1B61 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From £67.90
  7. 23:20
    Nottingham

    7h 41m

    No direct

    07:01+1
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Train C55657-2L88 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C54892-1F85 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G67235-1B61 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From £67.90
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    Nottingham to Liverpool Train Route Details

    The Nottingham to Liverpool train ticket is £14.30. The average travel time is 2h 38m, covering a distance of approximately 130 miles. There are usually 25 daily trains provided by TransPennine Express. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

    First train
    05:53
    Last train
    23:20
    Departure station
    Nottingham
    Arrival station
    Liverpool
    Journey time
    2h 38m
    Distance
    130 miles
    Price
    £14.30
    Train Operators
    TransPennine Express

    Choose Nottingham to Liverpool Train Ticket Types

    Find the train ticket type that best suits your travels from Nottingham to Liverpool. Discover more about these ticket types and how they can help you save in our guides below.

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.

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    Return train tickets

    Return train tickets

    Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

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    Advance train tickets

    Advance train tickets

    Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

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    Season train tickets

    Season train tickets

    Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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    Save 1/3 on Nottingham to Liverpool Trains with Railcards

    Railcards offering up to 1/3 off Nottingham to Liverpool train fares for eligible passengers. There are Student Railcards for young people, Senior Railcard for seniors, check below to find the railcard type that suits you best.

    TypeDiscount
    16-25 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £29.50 Save £9.74
    26-30 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £29.50 Save £9.74
    Two Together Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £29.50 Save £9.74
    Senior Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £29.50 Save £9.74

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    Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

    Group Travel

    Group Travel

    Get a 1/3 discount on Off-Peak tickets through GroupSave if you are travelling with a group of 3 to 9 adults.

    Season Tickets

    Season Tickets

    A weekly or monthly train pass which includes unlimited travel between two stations. It could help you save more than 1/3 on train fares.

    Flexi Travel

    Flexi Travel

    8 days of unlimited travel between two stations within a 28-day period.

    Nottingham to Liverpool train FAQs

    • When is the first train from Nottingham to Liverpool?

      The first train from Nottingham to Liverpool is at 05:53.
    • Are there direct trains from Nottingham to Liverpool?

      No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Liverpool, and passengers would need to make 3 changes during the journey.
    • How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Liverpool ?

      The train journey from Nottingham to Liverpool typically takes an average of 3h 37m, with the fastest journey duration being around 2h 38m.
    • How much is a train from Nottingham to Liverpool ?

      The cost of a train from Nottingham to Liverpool can vary, with the cheapest fare typically starting at £14.30 and the average price being around £29.50.
    • What times are off-peak trains from Nottingham to Liverpool ?

      In general, the off-peak period typically starts after 09:30 and excludes the evening rush hours of 15:30–18:15 for travel to and from major cities. The specific times may differ depending on the route and train company, but generally, you can expect off-peak times to fall outside the usual commuting hours. For Transport for London, off-peak times are observed on weekdays from the first service until 06:30, from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.