The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€9
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€12
Fastest journey on Sep 17
36 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
36 m
Trains on Sep 17
39
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 39 trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), including 34 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 49 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 Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 36 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.
C24641+
G861439:40 PM1h12Manchester Victoria (MCV)10:52 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€91One-way1 transfer
W847615:53 AM0h38Manchester Victoria (MCV)6:31 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€91One-way0 transfers
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G89591+
W847349:40 PM1h20Manchester Victoria (MCV)11:00 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€101One-way2 transfers
G89082 · G861517:06 PM1h23Manchester Victoria (MCV)8:29 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€101One-way1 transfer
G89105 · G861674:06 PM1h47Manchester Victoria (MCV)5:53 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€101One-way1 transfer
G1601310:23 AM0h36Manchester Victoria (MCV)10:59 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€121One-way0 transfers
C249459:23 AM0h36Manchester Victoria (MCV)9:59 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€131One-way0 transfers
G160188:23 AM0h36Manchester Victoria (MCV)8:59 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€151One-way0 transfers
C2495211:23 AM0h36Manchester Victoria (MCV)11:59 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€121One-way0 transfers
G159071:23 PM0h36Manchester Victoria (MCV)1:59 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)€131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, while a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 49 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€8 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV):
A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) costing on average €8.
Other travel options to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 29m.
Live departures
Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W84761 | 5:53 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h38 | 6:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84766 | 6:53 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h39 | 7:32 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G16008 | 7:23 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h38 | 8:01 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15928 | 7:53 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h38 | 8:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G16018 | 8:23 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h36 | 8:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G86162 | 8:32 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h56 | 9:28 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15926 | 8:53 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h40 | 9:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24945 | 9:23 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h36 | 9:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24392 | 9:53 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h38 | 10:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G16013 | 10:23 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h36 | 10:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24399 | 10:53 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h38 | 11:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24952 | 11:23 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h36 | 11:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15923 | 11:53 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h38 | 12:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24954 | 12:23 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h36 | 12:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15930 | 12:53 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h38 | 1:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15907 | 1:23 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h36 | 1:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24407 | 1:53 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h38 | 2:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15922 | 2:23 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h36 | 2:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15927 | 2:53 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h38 | 3:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15900 | 3:23 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h36 | 3:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15872 | 3:53 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h41 | 4:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89105 · G86167 | 4:06 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h47 | 5:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
C24965 | 4:23 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h36 | 4:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C25022 | 4:53 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h38 | 5:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24969 | 5:23 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h36 | 5:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G86171 | 5:30 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h59 | 6:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15882 | 5:53 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h39 | 6:32 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24972 | 6:23 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h36 | 6:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15867 | 6:53 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h38 | 7:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89082 · G86151 | 7:06 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h23 | 8:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
C24975 | 7:23 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h38 | 8:01 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15884 | 7:53 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h39 | 8:32 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24979 | 8:23 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h36 | 8:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24429 | 8:53 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h40 | 9:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24980 | 9:23 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h42 | 10:05 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24641+ G86143 | 9:40 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h12 | 10:52 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
C24641 · W84734+ G89591 | 9:40 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h20 | 11:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 transfers | |
C24984 | 10:23 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h39 | 11:02 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15832 · W84738 | 10:48 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1h20 | 12:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 32m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 10:53 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Victoria (MCV) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
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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