Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times and prices for Apr 03

Cheapest price

€7

Average price

€12

Fastest journey

50 m

Average duration

50 m

Trains per day

24

Distance

50 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.

Fast trains

Of the 24 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) on Fri, Apr 03, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Apr 03 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .

On Fri, Apr 03 the slowest trains will take 50 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.

  • Northern RailL07220
    12:00 PM1h02
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    1:02 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    71One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailL07218
    10:00 AM1h02
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    11:02 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    71One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailL07214
    11:00 AM1h02
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    12:02 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    71One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailL05839
    1:00 PM1h02
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    2:02 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    71One-way
    0 transfers
  • East Midlands RailwayY12370
    11:51 AM0h50
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    12:41 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    81One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €2.

Distance: 50 km

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€7

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Average total duration

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Live departures

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, April 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
northern_railL072087:02 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h00
8:02 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36558
On time
7:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h52
8:11 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY123607:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h50
8:41 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36642 · L368207:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
8:49 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
northern_railL072238:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h02
9:02 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36561
On time
8:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h52
9:11 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12363
On time
8:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h50
9:41 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36648 · L36825
On time
8:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
9:49 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer
northern_railL072189:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h02
10:02 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL365649:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h52
10:11 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY123679:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h50
10:41 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36654 · L36832
On time
9:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
10:49 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer
northern_railL0721410:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h02
11:02 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL3656810:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h52
11:11 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY1237010:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h50
11:41 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36660 · L36837
On time
10:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
11:49 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1 transfer
northern_railL0722011:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h02
12:02 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL3657211:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h52
12:11 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY12373
On time
11:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h50
12:41 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36666 · L3684311:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
12:49 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
northern_railL0583912:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h02
1:02 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL3657812:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h52
1:11 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY1237512:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h50
1:41 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36672 · L3684912:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
1:49 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer

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East Midlands Railway as well as Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains and more offer trains services from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.

There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:17, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 50m.

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
50 km
Average train duration
1h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
€2
Trains per day
18
Direct trains
13
Fastest train
50m
First train
6:17 AM
Last train
11:36 PM
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 Railway, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

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
50m
Cheapest Price
€5
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

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
€2
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
51m
Cheapest Price
€8
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 0m
Cheapest Price
€8
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

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
€18
east_midlands_trains frequency
5 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest Price
€10
Northern Trains Limited frequency
8 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
€30
TransPennine Express frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can start from as little as €2 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is €9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 50m to travel the 50 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 6:17 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 11:36 PM.
Yes,there are 13 direct trains a day from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). You can choose between East Midlands Railway. East Midlands Railway trains take around 50m
When taking a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), you can count on East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express for the best way to get you to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is worth doing with a journey time of 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) including taking a train and bus.

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Popular train stations from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
  • Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
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
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
Dining
Dining
  • Caffè Nero
  • Costa Coffee
  • Upper Crust
  • Starbucks
  • JD Wetherspoon
Taxis
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
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
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
Hotel
  • Pembroke Studios
  • Riley’s Rooms
  • Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
  • Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Alongside station entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
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.

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