Milton Keynes Central to Liverpool Lime Street Trains From £5.75*

Experience seamless travel from Milton Keynes Central to Liverpool Lime Street with direct trains from Avanti West Coast. Getting you there in as little as 1 hr 48 min, this 213 km (132 mile) journey will transport you across the country without you having to think about switching trains.

Enjoy views of the English countryside as you traverse the rural landscapes of Buckinghamshire and Northamptonshire, with some views of historic towns such as Stafford and Crewe peppered in between.

Avanti West Coast is the train operator servicing this route as part of their long-distance network from London to the West Coast. Offering connections to destinations such as Birmingham, Edinburgh and North Wales, you can enjoy a vast selection of trips with Avanti.

Departing from Milton Keynes Central

Milton Keynes Central station serves Milton Keynes and the surrounding region with train travel services across the UK. Situated in the heart of the city, the station is also connected to bus routes and a taxi rank, making it easy to access for passengers.

The main operators at this station are London Northwestern Railway and Avanti West Coast. London Northwestern runs services between London and Crewe, and London and Birmingham. Avanti, on the other hand, facilitates connections to cities such as Glasgow, Blackpool and Birmingham.

Main stops

The main stops on the direct train from Milton Keynes to Liverpool Lime Street are Crewe and Runcorn. Some routes may also stop at Tamworth, Lichfield Trent Valley and Stafford. 

You can find cheap train tickets for this journey by booking in advance on TrainPal.

Arriving at Liverpool Lime Street

Once you arrive at Lime Street Station, you’ll be right in the heart of Liverpool, with instant access to the rest of the city and the surrounding area. 

As a major transport hub, Liverpool Lime Street offers connections to a wide variety of local, regional and inter-city routes. Choose from destinations like London Euston and Birmingham New Street, or stay local with spots like Aintree or Southport.

If you’re a Beatles fan, the nearby Cavern Club is a must-visit spot in Liverpool. Just a bus ride away, it’s famous for being the venue where The Beatles first performed. We recommend heading there for one of the venue’s live performances, then popping down to The Beatles Museum afterwards to learn more.

Avanti West Coast train classes

Choose from three different train service classes with Avanti West Coast and travel as economically or as comfortably as you wish.

• Standard Class: Charging sockets at some table and window seats, free Wi-Fi and access to a catering service.
• Standard Premium: Enjoy roomier seats with extra legroom, tables at every seat and plug sockets at every window seat.
• First Class: At-seat service, complimentary food and drink (including alcoholic beverages) and access to First Class lounges are all included if you decide to travel First Class from Milton Keynes to Liverpool.

Avanti West Coast train travel advice

Travel with ease thanks to our informative pointers for taking the train with Avanti.

• Luggage: Max. size of bags is 30 x 70 x 90 cm. Large bags should be stored in the space beside carriage doors, smaller bags can go in the overhead racks or under your seat.
• Bicycles: Pre-booking is necessary for bikes, with 4 to 8 spaces on each train depending on fleet. Folding bikes don’t need a reservation. E-scooters are banned.
• Children: Prams should be folded and stowed in luggage racks. Save on family travel with Railcards. 
• Pets: Up to two dogs or other pets travel free. A charge of £5 applies for each additional pet. Dogs must be on a lead or in a carrier. All other pets must be in a carrier. 
• Passenger Assist: Customers requiring assistance with planning, booking or navigating their train journey can request it from Avanti West Coast by asking someone on the day or booking in advance.  

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.