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Liverpool Lime Street to East Kilbride by train

First train

07:13

Last train

18:39

Departure station

Liverpool Lime Street

Arrival station

East Kilbride

Journey time

From 4h 7m

Distance

170 miles (273 km)

Changes

1 change

Train operators

TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast

Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to East Kilbride in 4 hours 7 minutes

If you want to travel from Liverpool Lime Street to East Kilbride by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Liverpool Lime Street to East Kilbride by train to take around 4 hours 33 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 7 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 170 miles (273 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to East Kilbride. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, ScotRail 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 East Kilbride 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.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Liverpool Lime Street to East Kilbride

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

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

The fastest journey time by train from Liverpool Lime Street to East Kilbride is 4 hours and 7 minutes.

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

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

How close is Liverpool Lime Street to East Kilbride by train?

Liverpool Lime Street and East Kilbride are around 170 miles (273 km) apart. The fastest trains can cover this distance in approximately 4 hours and 7 minutes.

What is the best way to travel from Liverpool Lime Street to East Kilbride?

To travel from Liverpool Lime Street to East Kilbride, we think the best way is to take the train! Trains are comfortable and train journeys on this route take around 4 hours and 33 minutes, with the fastest trains taking 4 hours and 7 minutes - take a look at our Journey Planner for more information.

Cheap train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to East Kilbride

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 East Kilbride 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

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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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