Liverpool to Manchester train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Aug 12

Cheapest price

€3

Average price

€9

Fastest journey

37 m

Average duration

38 m

Trains per day

81

Distance

50 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool 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 to Manchester will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.

Fast trains

Of the 81 trains that leave Liverpool for Manchester on Wed, Aug 12, 80 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Aug 12 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .

On Wed, Aug 12 the slowest trains will take 39 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 RailP24240
    1:22 PM1h11
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    2:33 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    €31One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailP24242
    2:22 PM1h11
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    3:33 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    €31One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailP24244
    3:22 PM1h11
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    4:33 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    €31One-way
    0 transfers
  • East Midlands RailwayC21806
    4:51 PM0h46
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    5:37 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    €41One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailP24227
    7:22 PM1h11
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    8:33 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    €41One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool 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 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €4.

Distance: 50 km

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€8

Average price

€7

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1h 25m

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55m

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30m

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1h 57m

Average total duration

1h 27m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Liverpool to Manchester train times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Manchester trains for today, Tuesday, August 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayC04368
On time
2:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
3:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89956
On time
3:00 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
Transpennine ExpressA25096
On time
3:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
4:03 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC04372
On time
3:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
4:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89960
On time
4:00 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 RailP24214
On time
4:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
5:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA25095
On time
4:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h40
5:03 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL89515
On time
4:30 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
Northern RailG89964
On time
5:00 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 RailP24219
On time
5:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
6:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA25094
On time
5:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
6:03 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC21581
On time
5:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
6:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89970
On time
6:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
6:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84725
On time
6:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
7:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP24223
On time
6:22 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
Northern RailG89974
On time
7:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
7:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84730
On time
7:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
8:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP24227
On time
7:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
8:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA25092
On time
7:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h44
8:06 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC04382
On time
7:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
8:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89979
On time
8:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
8:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84737
On time
8:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
9:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP24231
On time
8:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h15
9:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA25091
On time
8:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h40
9:02 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
Northern RailG89991
On time
10:01 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 ExpressW84760
On time
10:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h38
11:31 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89997
On time
11:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h57
11:57 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84935
On time
11:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h50
12:09 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL89516
On time
11:20 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h07
12:27 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailNT23480011:30 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h20
1:50 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP23861
On time
11:38 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h01
12:39 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84759
On time
12:15 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h39
12:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG159894:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h43
5:42 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA250545:20 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h37
5:57 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
Transpennine ExpressA250766:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h39
7:01 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
Transpennine ExpressA250657:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
8:03 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP242167:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
8:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailL895137:28 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h58
8:26 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC043477:48 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h49
8:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG899318:02 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h53
8:55 AM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW846658:19 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
Transpennine ExpressA250758:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h39
9:01 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC043508:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
9:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG899349:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
9:55 AM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW846709:19 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
Transpennine ExpressA250749:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h38
10:00 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC043549:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
10:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8993910:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
10:55 AM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW8467710:19 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
Transpennine ExpressA2507810:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
11:03 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC0435710:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
11:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8994211:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
11:55 AM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW8468311:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
12:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP2423411:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
12:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA2506411:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h39
12:01 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC0435911:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
12:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG8994612:00 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 RailP2423712:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
1:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA2509812:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h39
1:01 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC0436312:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
1:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG899491:00 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 RailP242401:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
2:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA250631:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
2:03 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA25063+Transport for WalesG385251:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h28
2:50 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC043651:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h46
2:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG899542:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h55
2:55 PM Deansgate (DGT)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW847002:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h48
3:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP242422:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
3:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA250972:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h41
3:03 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool to Manchester

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Trains from Liverpool to Manchester run on average 13 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.

There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. 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
55m
Cheapest ticket price
€4
Trains per day
13
Direct trains
12
Fastest train
34m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:58 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
49 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, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Liverpool 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 and Manchester from €4. 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
€7
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
€4
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
€6
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
Transport for Wales frequency
2 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

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
46m
Cheapest Price
€18
east_midlands_trains frequency
4 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
€10
Northern Trains Limited frequency
4 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
33m
Cheapest Price
€30
TransPennine Express frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Manchester

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 to Manchester can start from as little as €4 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Liverpool to Manchester is €8; 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 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 to Manchester leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Liverpool to Manchester leaves at 11:58 PM.
Yes,there are 12 direct trains a day from Liverpool to Manchester with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, 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 to Manchester. You can choose between East Midlands Railway. East Midlands Railway trains take around 46m
When taking a train from Liverpool 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 and Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Manchester from Liverpool 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 to Manchester is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool and Manchester including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Liverpool to Manchester

Most Liverpool 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 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.

More about Liverpool Lime Street
Liverpool South ParkwayLiverpool South Parkway station, Holly Farm Road, Garston, Merseyside, L19 5NE+44 1515551111WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre

Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Warrington Central, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Oxford Road, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Piccadilly · 9m · €3 · every ~4 min
Liverpool Central - Hunts Cross, Ormskirk - Hunts Cross, Sandhills - Hunts Cross · 12m · €5 · every ~7 min
Bus82 · 31m · €4 · every ~19 min
80A, 80 · 35m · €2 · every ~12 min
86A, 80A, 80 · 37m · €4 · every ~37 min

Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services

Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

More about Liverpool South Parkway
Liverpool CentralLiverpool Central station, Ranelagh Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 1JTWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre

BusN1 · 21m · €4
City Explorer 101 · 32m · every ~3 min

Liverpool Central train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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