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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Showing times and prices for Dec 21
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
41 m
Average duration
45 m
Trains per day
64
Distance
49 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Fast trains
Of the 64 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) on Sun, Dec 21, 42 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
L0867109:25PM1h09
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:34PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
€61One-way
0 transfers
L1001204:25PM1h10
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)05:35PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
€61One-way
0 transfers
L1001907:25PM1h11
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)08:36PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
€61One-way
0 transfers
Y1239709:14PM0h53
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:07PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
€71One-way
0 transfers
Y1238706:51PM0h47
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)07:38PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
€71One-way
0 transfers
L37189+
L6445312:25PM0h41
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)01:06PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
€231One-way
1 transfer
L36616+L6445010:54PM0h45
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:39PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
€231One-way
1 transfer
Y1238706:51PM0h47
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)07:38PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
€71One-way
0 transfers
Y1238505:51PM0h47
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)06:38PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
€71One-way
0 transfers
Y1239007:51PM0h47
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)08:38PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
€71One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, and a bus costs an average of €5.
Distance: 49 km
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€7 Average price Cheapest | €8 Average price |
1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 5:31 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L36627 · L36814 | On time 5:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 6:45 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| L07196 | 6:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 6:58 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36551 | On time 6:14 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h53 | 7:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L08709 | 6:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h17 | 7:34 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12355 | On time 6:49 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h49 | 7:38 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C43636 · L36816 | 6:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 7:45 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| L07198 | 7:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 7:58 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36553 | On time 7:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 8:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L08665 | 7:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 8:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12359 | On time 7:48 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h49 | 8:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36637 · L36818 | On time 7:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 8:45 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| L07208 | 8:02 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h56 | 8:58 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36559 | On time 8:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 9:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L10011 | On time 8:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 9:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12361 | On time 8:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 9:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36643 · L36821 | 8:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 9:45 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| L07223 | 9:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 9:58 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36562 | On time 9:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 10:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L10025 | On time 9:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 10:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12365 | On time 9:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 10:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36649 · L36826 | 9:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 10:45 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| L07218 | 10:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 10:58 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36565 | On time 10:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 11:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L10005 | 10:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 11:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12368 | On time 10:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 11:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36655 · L36833 | On time 10:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 11:45 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| L07214 | 11:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 11:58 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C43562 | On time 11:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 12:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L09992 | 11:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 12:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12371 | On time 11:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 12:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L07220 | 12:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 12:58 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36573 | On time 12:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 1:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L10014 | On time 12:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 1:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12374 | On time 12:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 1:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36667 · L36844 | On time 12:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 1:45 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| L05839 | 1:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 1:58 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C43573 | 1:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 2:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L10016 | On time 1:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 2:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12377 | On time 1:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 2:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36673 · L36849 | On time 1:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 2:45 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| L07219 | 2:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 2:58 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36582 | On time 2:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 3:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L10009 | 2:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 3:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12380 | On time 2:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 3:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36679 · L36855 | On time 2:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 3:45 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| L07201 | 3:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 3:58 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36588 | On time 3:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 4:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L08656 | 3:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 4:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12383 | On time 3:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 4:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36685 · L36861 | On time 3:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 4:45 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| L07221 | 4:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 4:58 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36594 | 4:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 5:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L10007 | 4:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 5:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12386 | On time 4:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 5:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36691 · L36867 | On time 4:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 5:45 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| L07238 | On time 5:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 5:58 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C43599 | 5:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 6:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L09989 | 5:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 6:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12389 | On time 5:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 6:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36697 · L36873 | On time 5:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 6:45 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| L07231 | 6:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 6:58 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36601 | On time 6:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 7:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L08646 | On time 6:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 7:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12392 | 6:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 7:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36703 · L36879 | 6:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 7:45 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| L07237 | On time 7:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 7:58 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C43610 | 7:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 8:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L08667 | 7:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 8:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12394 | 7:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 8:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36611 · L36885 | On time 7:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 8:45 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| L07226 | 8:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 8:58 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C43615 | 8:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 9:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L10021 | On time 8:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 9:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12396 | 8:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 9:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L37212 · L36891 | 8:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 9:45 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| L05843 | 9:03 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h57 | 10:00 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C43620 | 9:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 10:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y12400 | On time 9:37 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 10:24 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L36615 · L36805 | On time 9:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h03 | 10:56 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| L36615+L64458 | On time 9:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h56 | 10:49 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| L05844 | 10:02 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 11:00 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C73836 | 10:20 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h53 | 11:13 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L07205 | 11:02 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h56 | 11:58 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L06964+L64460 | On time 11:20 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h00 | 12:20 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) run on average 28 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 46m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 05:17 |
Last train 22:00 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trainsEast Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
46m
Cheapest Price
€5
East Midlands Trains frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
57m
Cheapest Price
€4
Northern Rail (3) frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
€12
TransPennine Express frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest Price
€14
Transport for Wales frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
48m
Cheapest Price
€27
first_transpennine_express frequency
20 a day
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
46m
Cheapest Price
€24
east_midlands_trains frequency
9 a day
FAQs: Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Oxford Road (MCO), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) can start from as little as €3 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) is €7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) is on average 40 min for the 49 km long journey, but the time it takes to go to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) leaves at 03: 48. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) leaves at 22: 00.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) without having to change trains with Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, east_midlands_trains or first_transpennine_express. There are 9 direct trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO). Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
For the best Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 00.
A day trip to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is worth doing with a journey time of 40 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) including taking a train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Liverpool
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Liverpool is Liverpool Lime Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool Lime Street for your trip from Liverpool to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- The Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
Dining
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
Taxis
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
Accessibility
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Hotel
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse.
Public transit options for Liverpool Lime Street
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester Oxford Road. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Oxford Road for your journey to Manchester from Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
Most popular train connections from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
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