Transport for Wales confirmed direct trains between the popular seaside town and Liverpool
A new direct train service from Liverpool will make it easier for Scousers to travel to a popular seaside town. Transport for Wales (TfW) confirmed that its timetable changes would change from Sunday, May 17. One of the major changes is a direct train service between Liverpool and Llandudno.
The ECHO attempted to book tickets for the direct link between Liverpool Lime Street Station and Llandudno Station. According to the TfW website, the first direct train available will depart from Lime Street at 6.46am on Monday, May 18, arriving at Llandudno Station at 8.39am.
The ECHO previously reported that Mayor Steve Rotheram and former First Minister Eluned Morgan met at Llandudno Junction train station late last year to discuss rail links along with the chair of Transport for Wales Vernon Everitt.
In October, Mr Rotheram said: “The Liverpool City Region and North Wales share deep historic, economic and cultural ties – and improved transport links will only strengthen that partnership in the future.
“Creating better connections across the North West and into North Wales is a key part of our vision for a more joined-up, more productive economy.
“Through the Northern Arc, underpinned by the Liverpool–Manchester railway, we could unlock up to £90 billion in economic growth and support the development of around half a million new homes.
“These new connections will help bring people on both sides of the border closer to opportunity – whether that’s getting to a new job, visiting family, or heading to our football stadiums, the Eisteddfod or a night out in town.”
The budget-friendly seaside town in North Wales has been hugely popular with generations of families from Merseyside.
One of Llandudno’s most popular sites is the Great Orme, which is a limestone headland rising 200 metres above the sea. Visitors can walk to the top, or use the Great Orme Tramway, where they’ll find stunning views.
The Great Orme is also famous for being home to goats that live on the rocks. Sometimes visitors may find one venturing into the town centre.
The tramway has been around for more than 100 years and lovingly restored so people can experience its original tramcars.
Llandudno also has twin West and North Shore beaches, with West Shore Beach much quieter than Llandudno’s North Shore. The beaches are perfect for a relaxing walk, or some family-friendly fun on the coast.
Llandudno Pier, which is the longest pier in Wales, was originally built in 1876 but still remains a popular attraction with families. Visitors can stop for ice cream, or visit an arcade.
For more information on the service, visit the Transport for Wales website.
