Llandudno–Liverpool rail service to launch in 2026
12.10.2025
The Liverpool–Llandudno railway service will commence in May 2026, providing a quicker connection between Merseyside and North Wales. It will promote cross-border mobility, business expansion, and border region Tourism.
This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Llandudno–Liverpool rail service strengthens North Wales links
The officials announced the debut following aÔNG gathering held at Llandudno Junction Station with the attendance of Welsh First Minister Eluned Morgan, Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram, and Transport for Wales Chair Vernon Everitt. The scheme is a component under theNetwork North Walesprogramme aimed at providing a joined-up, high-frequency transport network connecting Wales, Merseyside, and Cheshire.
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First Minister Eluned Morgan stated: “There is a long shared history between Liverpool and North Wales, and this new linking will deepen that partnership and propel the economy forward.” She also stated that the $800 million TfW investment in new trains already uprates the region’s fleet and offers improved transport options for passengers.
Steve Rotheram stressed that the scheme will create new avenues for work, study, and leisure. “Better joined-up connections across the North West and into North Wales are key to a more joined-up, more productive economy,” he stated. By the wider Northern Arc scheme, based on the Liverpool–Manchester rail way, as much as $90bn in economic value can be created together with extensive housebuilding and infrastructure construction.
Llandudno–Liverpool rail service drives economic and social benefits
TfW Chair Vernon Everitt also mentioned that rail and bus infrastructure will be invested in during the following years. When TfW will be launching bus franchising together with local authorities, cross-border travel will become easier and cheaper for passengers with integrated “pay as you go” systems.
The Liverpool–Llandudno rail service will provide communities along the route—from Liverpool and Chester to Llandudno—quicker access to work, universities, and recreational attractions. And since it increases freight and passenger capability at Padeswood, it will also bolster the supply chain locally.
Transport specialists believe this new facility is in line with sustainable transport objectives by lessening auto dependence and promoting environmentally friendlier regional mobility. Improved transport links are predicted to attract major money and promote new visitor attractions between coastal North Wales and the Liverpool City Region.
Source: wrexham.com
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When will the Llandudno–Liverpool rail service start?
The service is scheduled to launch in May 2026 as part of the Network North Wales program.
How will the Llandudno–Liverpool rail service benefit passengers?
It will offer faster, more direct travel between North Wales and Merseyside, improving access to jobs, education, and tourism.
What other upgrades are planned under Network North Wales?
Transport for Wales plans to enhance freight and passenger capacity, introduce “pay as you go” travel, and expand regional bus franchising in collaboration with local authorities.
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