Liverpool Lime Street to Blackwater by train
| First train | 05:36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:33 | |
| Departure station | Liverpool Lime Street | |
| Arrival station | Blackwater | |
| Journey time | From 4h 1m | |
| Distance | 171 miles (275 km) | |
| Frequency | 31 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast |
Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackwater in 4 hours 1 minute
If you want to travel from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackwater by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackwater by train to take around 5 hours 21 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 1 minute on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 31 trains per day running on this route, which spans 171 miles (275 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Blackwater. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or TransPennine Express. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackwater are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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