How to travel from Londonderry to Liverpool, United Kingdom
The distance between Londonderry and Liverpool is around 348km (216 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 50m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Londonderry to Liverpool by plane, train, car, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Liverpool → Londonderry if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Derry (LDY) to Liverpool (LPL).
- Duration1h 50m
- Flight time1hr
- Typical cost£150($180)
Loganair
1 similiar route
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Belfast Europa Bus Centre then take a ferry to Isle of Man Douglas and then to Liverpool.
- Duration9h 40m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£88($105)
Multiple operators
Train and Ferry
Take the train to Yorkgate then take a ferry to Isle of Man Douglas and then to Liverpool.
- Duration9h 40m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£89($105)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Belfast then take a ferry to Isle of Man Douglas and then to Liverpool.
- Duration8h 25m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£90($105)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Londonderry and Liverpool
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Londonderry to Liverpool by plane, train, car, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around £88 ($105) and will take around 9h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £150 ($180).
The distance between Londonderry and Liverpool is around 348km (216 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 332km (207 miles)
It takes around 1h 50m to get from Londonderry and Liverpool by plane.
The quickest way to get from Londonderry to Liverpool is to fly which takes around 1h 50m and will set you back approx £150 ($180).
The cheapest way to travel between Londonderry and Liverpool is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around £88 ($105) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Londonderry and Liverpool. We recommend that you fly from Derry (LDY) to Liverpool (LPL). instead which will take 1h 50m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Londonderry and Liverpool. We recommend that you fly from Derry (LDY) to Liverpool (LPL). instead which will take 1h 50m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Londonderry and Liverpool. Flights depart from Derry (LDY) and arrive at Liverpool (LPL). The flight takes around 1hr.
Yes there is a direct flight between Londonderry and Liverpool with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1hr.
Loganair fly between Londonderry and Liverpool. Flights depart from Derry (LDY) and and arrive into Liverpool (LPL). These flights usually take around 1hr.
The flight from Londonderry to Liverpool typically takes around 1hr. Flights depart from Derry (LDY) and and arrive into Liverpool (LPL).
The closest major airport to Liverpool is Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) (LPL) which is approximately 12km (7 miles) from Liverpool. Manchester Airport (MAN) (MAN) and Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) (LBA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Londonderry to Liverpool. We recommend that you fly from Derry (LDY) to Liverpool (LPL). instead which will take 1h 50m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Londonderry to Liverpool is to fly which takes, on average, 1h 50m and will usually cost around £150 ($180).
Compare travel optionsbetween Londonderry and Liverpool
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 1h 50m | £150($180) | 4 times a day | 366km (227 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 2h 45m | £130($155) | 4 times a day | 449km (279 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 9h 40m | £88($105) | 3 times a week | 365km (227 miles) |
Train and Ferry + 2 similar | 9h 40m | £89($105) | 3 times a week | 392km (244 miles) |
| Train to Belfast Lanyon Place, ferry | 10h 45m | £205($245) | 4 times a day | 610km (379 miles) |
| Bus, Ferry and Train | 11h 50m | £185($220) | once daily | 532km (331 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 8h 25m | £90($105) | 3 times a week | 348km (216 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Londonderry and Liverpool
Airlines
Loganair
Aer Lingus
Ferry operators
Isle of Man Steam Packet Company
Irish Ferries
Stena Line
Train operators
Transport for Wales
Bus companies
Airports near Liverpool
The following major airports near Liverpool offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
- Distance
- 12km (7 miles) from Liverpool
Manchester Airport (MAN)
- Distance
- 48km (30 miles) from Liverpool
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)
- Distance
- 102km (63 miles) from Liverpool