Train from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool on 2 December
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West Midlands RailwayTrain
Kidsgrove
Liverpool Lime StreetCheapestFastest
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Kidsgrove
Liverpool Lime StreetNo tags
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Kidsgrove
Liverpool Lime StreetNo tags
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Kidsgrove
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Kidsgrove
Liverpool Lime StreetNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Stoke-on-Trent 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 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
3h 40mAverage duration
43 milesDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£9 - £24Average duration3h 40m
2kg CO₂e
Average price£11 - £46Average duration1h 31m
1kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£4 - £4Average duration1h
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stoke-on-Trent 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool?

    The cheapest train tickets from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool start from £11. The average price for this train route is around £23. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool?

    The average train journey time from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool is 1h 31m, covering a distance of 38 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 31m and is operated by West Midlands Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day, including services from West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool?

    The earliest train from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 17:11.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Avanti West Coast has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.1.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£21
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£20
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£44
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£22
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£22
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £20

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

You can expect to pay from £20 to £44 for a train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2025-12-02.

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