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Musselburgh to Liverpool Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Musselburgh to Liverpool? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$49.51, with average prices for this route around AU$166.76.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
07:05 4 hours 54 minutes, Changes required Musselburgh	11:59 Liverpool Lime Street	Find Tickets
07:44 4 hours 25 minutes, Changes required Musselburgh	12:09 Liverpool Lime Street	Find Tickets
07:44 5 hours 15 minutes, Changes required Musselburgh	12:59 Liverpool Lime Street	Find Tickets
08:18 4 hours 2 minutes, Changes required Musselburgh	12:20 Liverpool Lime Street	Find Tickets
09:12 4 hours 47 minutes, Changes required Musselburgh	13:59 Liverpool Lime Street	Find Tickets
09:45 4 hours 24 minutes, Changes required Musselburgh	14:09 Paris	Find Tickets

Musselburgh to Liverpool Train Route Details

First train

07:05

Last train

23:14

Departure station

Musselburgh

Arrival station

Liverpool

Journey time

3 hours 55 minutes

Distance

281 km

Price

AU$49.51*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Musselburgh to Liverpool

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Musselburgh to Liverpool. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Musselburgh to Liverpool for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Musselburgh to Liverpool, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Musselburgh to Liverpool more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Musselburgh to Liverpool train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Musselburgh to Liverpool Train prices and times

Musselburgh to Liverpool Train Route Details