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

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 26

Cheapest price on Sep 26

€5

Average ticket price on Sep 26

€10

Fastest journey on Sep 26

31 m

Average journey duration on Sep 26

36 m

Trains on Sep 26

91

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

On Sat, Sep 26, we found 91 trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester, including 91 direct services.

On Sat, Sep 26 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 31 m .

On Sat, Sep 26 the slowest trains will take 38 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 RailG89954
    2:00 PM0h55
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    2:55 PMDeansgate (DGT)
    €51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailP24242
    2:22 PM1h11
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    3:33 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    €51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailP24240
    1:22 PM1h11
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    2:33 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    €51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailP24227
    7:22 PM1h11
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    8:33 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    €51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG89974
    7:00 PM0h55
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    7:55 PMDeansgate (DGT)
    €51One-way
    0 transfers

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, Friday, September 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressG15866
On time
5:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
6:35 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG899246:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
6:55 AM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW846536:14 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h53
7:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP242126:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h15
7:32 AM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC04344
On time
6:49 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h49
7:38 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC24892
On time
6:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
7:35 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG899267:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
7:55 AM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW846587:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
8:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP242167:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
8:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressN60994
On time
7:23 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h37
8:00 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL895137:28 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h58
8:26 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC04347
On time
7:48 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h49
8:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC248957:53 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
8:34 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89931
On time
8:02 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h53
8:55 AM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84665
On time
8:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
9:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP242218:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
9:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC04350
On time
8:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
9:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG15861
On time
8:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h42
9:36 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89934
On time
9:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
9:55 AM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84670
On time
9:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
10:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP242259:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
10:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC04354
On time
9:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
10:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG15862
On time
9:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
10:35 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89939
On time
10:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
10:55 AM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84677
On time
10:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
11:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP2422910:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
11:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC04357
On time
10:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
11:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC24904
On time
10:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h42
11:36 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89942
On time
11:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
11:55 AM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84683
On time
11:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
12:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP24234
On time
11:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
12:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC04359
On time
11:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
12:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC24909
On time
11:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
12:35 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89946
On time
12:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
12:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW8468912:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
1:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP24237
On time
12:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
1:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC0436312:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
1:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG1595512:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h43
1:37 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89949
On time
1:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
1:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW846951:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
2:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP24240
On time
1:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
2:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC043651:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
2:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG159531:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
2:35 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG899542:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
2:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84700
On time
2:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
3:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP24242
On time
2:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
3:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC043682:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
3:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG159502:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
3:35 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG899563:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
3:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84705
On time
3:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
4:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP24244
On time
3:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
4:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC043723:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
4:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG15948
On time
3:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
4:35 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG899604:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
4:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84712
On time
4:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
5:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP242144:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
5:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL895154:30 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
5:25 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC21806
On time
4:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
5:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC249244:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
5:35 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG899645:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
5:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84719
On time
5:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
6:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP242195:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
6:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC21581
On time
5:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
6:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG15988
On time
5:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h45
6:39 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89970
On time
6:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
6:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW847256:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
7:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP242236:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
7:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC04380
On time
6:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
7:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC249296:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h43
7:37 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89974
On time
7:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
7:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW847307:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
8:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP242277:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
8:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC04382
On time
7:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
8:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG159527:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
8:35 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89979
On time
8:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
8:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW847378:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
9:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP242318:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h15
9:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC249378:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
9:35 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89986
On time
9:03 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
9:58 PM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84740
On time
9:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
10:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC215849:37 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h47
10:24 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG16197
On time
9:49 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h37
10:26 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8999110:01 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
10:56 PM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84632
On time
10:20 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
11:15 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC24380
On time
10:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h37
11:30 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8999711:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h57
11:57 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW8493511:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h50
12:09 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL8951611:30 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h57
12:27 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP23861
On time
11:36 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h01
12:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
Saturday, September 26
Transpennine ExpressW84759
On time
12:18 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h31
12:49 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG159444:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
5:35 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect

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

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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 64 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.

There are 61 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 15:51. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 31m.

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
49m
Cheapest ticket price
€3
Trains per day
64
Direct trains
61
Fastest train
31m
First train
5:24 AM
Last train
3:51 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
21 days
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 from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales 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 Transpennine Express Duration
31m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
€6
Transpennine Express frequency
52 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
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 Northern Rail Duration
53m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
€3
Northern Rail frequency
37 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 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 East Midlands Railway Duration
46m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
€4
East Midlands Railway frequency
15 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
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 Transport for Wales Duration
34m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
€6
Transport for Wales frequency
11 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

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 €3 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester 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 is 31m 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 5:24 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester leaves at 3:51 PM.
Yes,there are 61 direct trains a day from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway. 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 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 31m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
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.

popular train stations

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

Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Liverpool
Arrival train stations in Manchester
Liverpool Lime StreetLime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre

Suburban train linesWirral Line (green)
Bus lines9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
Train linesNorthern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.

Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services

Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is 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. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.

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