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Great Western Railway

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Liverpool Lime Street to Dawlish by train

First train

06:07

Last train

00:18

Departure station

Liverpool Lime Street

Arrival station

Dawlish

Journey time

From 4h 40m

Distance

196 miles (316 km)

Frequency

25 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales

About the train journey from Liverpool Lime Street to Dawlish

Want to travel from Liverpool Lime Street to Dawlish by train? Start your journey with us.

The train from Liverpool Lime Street to Dawlish usually takes 6 hours 59 minutes on average to travel 196 miles (316 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 4 hours 40 minutes. You can expect to find 25 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Dawlish, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales, as these are the main train operators on this route.

You can save money on train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to Dawlish if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.

If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!

FAQs about the train journey from Liverpool Lime Street to Dawlish

Want to know more about your journey from Liverpool Lime Street to Dawlish? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Liverpool Lime Street to Dawlish?

You can get from Liverpool Lime Street to Dawlish by train in 6 hours and 59 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 4 hours and 40 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Dawlish take?

The average journey time by train between Liverpool Lime Street and Dawlish is 6 hours and 59 minutes, with around 25 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Liverpool Lime Street and Dawlish by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Liverpool Lime Street to Dawlish is 4 hours and 40 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Liverpool Lime Street to Dawlish?

No, there are no direct train services from Liverpool Lime Street to Dawlish. Travelling from Liverpool Lime Street to Dawlish by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

Cheap train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to Dawlish

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Liverpool Lime Street to Dawlish is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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