Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester train with Transpennine Express

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

Showing times and prices for May 12

Cheapest price

€5

Average price

€10

Fastest journey

36 m

Average duration

36 m

Trains per day

90

Distance

50 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester 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 will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.

Fast trains

Of the 90 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for Manchester on Tue, May 12, 90 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, May 12 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .

On Tue, May 12 the slowest trains will take 37 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 RailL09992
    11:22 AM1h11
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    12:33 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    €51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailL07214
    11:00 AM0h55
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    11:55 AMDeansgate (DGT)
    €51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailL07220
    12:00 PM0h55
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    12:55 PMDeansgate (DGT)
    €51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailL10014
    12:22 PM1h11
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    1:33 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    €51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailL10016
    1:22 PM1h11
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    2:33 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    €51One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €3.

Distance: 50 km

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Bus

€7

Average price

€7

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Cheapest

1h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

54m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 53m

Average total duration

1h 23m

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Live departures

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester train times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester trains for today, Monday, May 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressL37172
On time
4:53 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h39
5:32 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressN27407
On time
5:20 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h37
5:57 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL37174
On time
5:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h43
6:37 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL07196
On time
6:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
6:55 AM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC435326:14 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h53
7:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL08709
On time
6:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h15
7:32 AM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayY12354
On time
6:49 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h49
7:38 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL37176
On time
6:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
7:35 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL07198
On time
7:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
7:55 AM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL36552
On time
7:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
8:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL086647:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
8:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressN27406
On time
7:23 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h36
7:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL070037:28 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h58
8:26 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayY12357
On time
7:48 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h49
8:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL37178
On time
7:53 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
8:34 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL072088:02 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h53
8:55 AM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL36558
On time
8:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
9:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL100118:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
9:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayY12360
On time
8:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
9:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL37181
On time
8:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
9:35 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL07223
On time
9:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
9:55 AM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL36561
On time
9:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
10:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL100259:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
10:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayY12363
On time
9:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
10:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL37183
On time
9:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
10:35 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL0721810:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
10:55 AM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL36564
On time
10:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
11:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL10005
On time
10:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
11:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayY12367
On time
10:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
11:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL37186
On time
10:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
11:35 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL0721411:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
11:55 AM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL36568
On time
11:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
12:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL0999211:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
12:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayY1237011:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
12:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC44201
On time
11:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
12:35 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL0722012:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
12:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL3657212:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
1:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL1001412:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
1:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayY1237312:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
1:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL37191
On time
12:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
1:35 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL05839
On time
1:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
1:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL365781:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
2:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL100161:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
2:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayY123751:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
2:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL37193
On time
1:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
2:35 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL072192:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
2:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC435812:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
3:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL10009
On time
2:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
3:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayY123782:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
3:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL371962:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
3:35 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL072013:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
3:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL365873:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
4:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL086563:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
4:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayY123823:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
4:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC44213
On time
3:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
4:35 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL072214:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
4:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL36593
On time
4:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
5:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL10007
On time
4:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
5:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL07002
On time
4:30 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
5:25 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayY123844:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
5:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC44216
On time
4:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h44
5:38 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL07238
On time
5:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
5:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL36597
On time
5:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
6:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL099895:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
6:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayY123885:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
6:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL37201
On time
5:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h45
6:39 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL07231
On time
6:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
6:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL36600
On time
6:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
7:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL08646
On time
6:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
7:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayY12391
On time
6:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
7:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL37205
On time
6:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
7:35 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL07237
On time
7:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
7:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC436117:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
8:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL086677:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
8:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayY12393
On time
7:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
8:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL37208
On time
7:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
8:35 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL072158:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
8:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC436178:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
9:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL099888:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h15
9:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL37211
On time
8:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h42
9:36 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL05843
On time
9:03 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
9:58 PM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL36607
On time
9:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
10:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayY12398
On time
9:37 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h47
10:24 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL366139:49 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h37
10:26 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL0720710:01 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
10:56 PM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC4362510:20 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
11:15 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL3661710:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h36
11:29 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC73838
On time
11:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h50
12:09 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL0706711:36 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h03
12:39 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, May 12
Transpennine ExpressL3662112:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h37
12:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressL371724:41 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h38
5:19 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

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

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Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester run on average 11 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.

There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 34m.

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
54m
Cheapest ticket price
€2
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
11
Fastest train
34m
First train
5:54 AM
Last train
11:36 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Mon
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: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
34m
Cheapest Price
€4
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
Learn more about Transpennine Express

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
53m
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

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
46m
Cheapest Price
€4
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
Learn more about East Midlands Railway

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
€4
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
46m
Cheapest Price
€18
east_midlands_trains frequency
3 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
56m
Cheapest Price
€10
Northern Trains Limited frequency
9 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
31m
Cheapest Price
€30
TransPennine Express frequency
13 a day

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

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

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Cheap train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester can start from as little as €2 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester is €6; 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 is 34m 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 leaves at 5:54 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester leaves at 11:36 PM.
Yes,there are 11 direct trains a day from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester with 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. You can choose between East Midlands Railway. East Midlands Railway trains take around 46m
When taking a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester, you can count on Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Manchester from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is worth doing with a journey time of 34m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester including taking a train and bus.

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

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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.
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Lime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom
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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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