Trains from Cardiff Central to Liverpool James Street from $30.09*

Trains from Cardiff Central to Liverpool James Street from $30.09*

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Cardiff Central to Liverpool James Street Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Central to Liverpool James Street, starting from $30.09 and averaging $78.37. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 44m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Oct 7
    Mon
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    Tue
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    Wed
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    Thu
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    Fri
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  • 14:49
    Cardiff Central
    18:57
    Liverpool James Street
    4h 8m, Changes required
    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsMerseyrail
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  • 15:23
    Cardiff Central
    19:09
    Liverpool James Street
    3h 46m, Changes required
    Transport for WalesMerseyrail
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  • 15:49
    Cardiff Central
    20:07
    Liverpool James Street
    4h 18m, Changes required
    Transport for WalesWest Midlands TrainsMerseyrail
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  • 16:22
    Cardiff Central
    20:09
    Liverpool James Street
    3h 47m, Changes required
    Transport for WalesMerseyrail
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  • 16:22
    Cardiff Central
    20:39
    Liverpool James Street
    4h 17m, Changes required
    Transport for WalesMerseyrail
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  • 17:14
    Cardiff Central
    21:09
    Paris
    3h 55m, Changes required
    Transport for WalesMerseyrail
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Cardiff Central to Liverpool James Street Train Route Details

The Cardiff Central to Liverpool James Street train ticket is from $30.09. The average travel time is 3h 44m, covering a distance of approximately 215 mile. There are usually 38 daily trains provided by Merseyrail,Transport for Wales,West Midlands Trains. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
04:35
Last train
Last train
21:55
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 44m
Distance
Distance
215 mile
Price
Price
$30.09*
Train operators
Train operators
Merseyrail, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains

Cardiff Central to Liverpool James Street Train Travel Guide

Cardiff Central to Liverpool James Street Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Liverpool James Street

Trains running from Cardiff Central to Liverpool James Street will typically take around at least 3h 44m and there is approximately 38 train running everyday.

Book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Liverpool James Street

Let's save unnecessary costs when traveling from Cardiff Central to Liverpool James Street by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each designed to cater to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Cardiff Central to Liverpool James Street can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

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