Trains to Liverpool

Discover Liverpool

Liverpool is a city packed with music, culture, football and maritime history, with plenty to explore once you step off the train. Head towards the waterfront to discover the Royal Albert Dock, museums and galleries, or explore the city’s connection with The Beatles at famous locations including the Cavern Club.

Football fans can visit Anfield, while shoppers will find more than 170 stores, bars and restaurants at Liverpool ONE. The city also has a thriving food and nightlife scene, from the bars of the Baltic Triangle and Ropewalks to restaurants around the city centre.

“As Convention Bureau Manager, I see first-hand why Liverpool attracts both leisure visitors and business travellers throughout the year. From major conferences and exhibitions to music festivals and sporting events, there's always something happening.” - Lisa Owen, Convention Bureau Manager at Liverpool Convention Bureau

Whether you’re visiting Liverpool for a football match, a weekend break, live music or a day of sightseeing, travelling by train puts you within easy reach of many of the city’s best-known attractions.

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Station Information

From the moment you arrive at Liverpool Lime Street, the city centre is within easy reach. Find useful station facilities, onward travel information and some of Liverpool’s top attractions nearby. 

“Liverpool Lime Street Station offers easy access to attractions including The World Museum and Walker Art Gallery, making it simple to explore Liverpool from the moment you arrive.” - Lisa Owen, Convention Bureau Manager at Liverpool Convention Bureau

• Main station: Liverpool Lime Street
• Location: Located in the city centre, near major landmarks such as St George’s Hall and the Liverpool Empire Theatre
• Facilities: Ticket office, car park, toilets, ticket machine, cycle storage availability, Wi-Fi, prepurchase collection, step-free access, onward travel
• Taxi information: There is a taxi rank outside the Skelhorne Street entrance.
• Parking: Overnight parking is available at the station’s multistorey car park.
• Nearby attractions include: St George’s Hall (2-minute walk), The Walker Art Gallery (5-minute walk), Liverpool ONE shopping (15-minute walk)

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