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Birmingham to Liverpool James Street Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Birmingham to Liverpool James Street? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 15,93 EUR, with average prices for this route around 44,73 EUR.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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19:49
2 timme 3 minut, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
21:52
Liverpool James Street
CrossCountryAvanti West CoastMerseyrail
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20:07
2 timme 15 minut, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
22:22
Liverpool James Street
Avanti West CoastMerseyrail
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20:34
1 timme 57 minut, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
22:31
Liverpool James Street
West Midlands TrainsMerseyrail
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21:01
2 timme, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
23:01
Liverpool James Street
CrossCountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastMerseyrail
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21:15
11 timme 23 minut, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
08:38
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Paris
West Midlands TrainsTransport for WalesMerseyrail
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Birmingham to Liverpool James Street Train Route Details

First train
First train
01:45
Last train
Last train
21:15
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham
Arrival station
Arrival station
Liverpool James Street
Journey time
Journey time
1 timme 48 minut
Distance
Distance
127 km
Price
Price
15,93 EUR*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Liverpool James Street

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Birmingham to Liverpool James Street. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham to Liverpool James Street for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Birmingham to Liverpool James Street, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Birmingham to Liverpool James Street more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham to Liverpool James Street train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.