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 Nov 12

Cheapest price

€7

Average price

€10

Fastest journey

35 m

Average duration

45 m

Trains per day

6

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 €7.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for Manchester on Wed, Nov 12, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Nov 12 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .

On Wed, Nov 12 the slowest trains will take 55 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 Rail (3)Y02729
06:17AM1h15
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
07:32AMDeansgate (DGT)
71One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine ExpressC25996
06:24AM0h35
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
06:59AMManchester Victoria (MCV)
81One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)Y00805
06:00AM0h55
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
06:55AMDeansgate (DGT)
101One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands TrainsY07446
06:49AM0h49
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
07:38AMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
101One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine ExpressC27031
06:54AM0h35
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
07:29AMManchester Victoria (MCV)
121One-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 train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €5.

Distance: 50 km

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€7

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Cheapest

€8

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1h 16m

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Fastest

46m

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Average total duration

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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, Tuesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 12:52 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
northern_railY00818
On time
8:02 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h53
8:55 AM Deansgate (DGT)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressC27122
On time
8:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
9:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 transfersDirect
northern_railY04640
On time
8:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
9:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressC26402
On time
8:23 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h36
8:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railwayY07452
On time
8:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
9:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressC27020
On time
8:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h34
9:28 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 transfersDirect

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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 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.

There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 35m.

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
46m
Cheapest ticket price
€3
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
11
Fastest train
35m
First train
05:00
Last train
22:36
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 (3), East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains 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
€5
TransPennine Express frequency
5 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

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
53m
Cheapest Price
€3
Northern Rail (3) frequency
4 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

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
€3
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 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

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
Transport for Wales frequency
1 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
34m
Cheapest Price
€27
first_transpennine_express frequency
25 a day

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
46m
Cheapest Price
€24
east_midlands_trains frequency
8 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester can start from as little as €4 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester is €7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester train travel time is 36 min   for the 49 km long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester leaves at 05: 17. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester leaves at 22: 36.
Yes, there are 13 direct trains a day from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester with Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express or east_midlands_trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Manchester. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester.
When taking a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester, you can count on Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express or east_midlands_trains for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Manchester from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 36.
A day trip to Manchester from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is worth doing with a journey time of 36 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 is February.
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 or coach.

popular train stations

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

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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