Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train with TransPennine Express

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

Showing times and prices for Dec 19

Cheapest price

€7

Average price

€10

Fastest journey

36 m

Average duration

36 m

Trains per day

16

Distance

49 km

Cheap tickets

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 €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.

Fast trains

Of the 16 trains that leave Manchester Victoria (MCV) for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) on Fri, Dec 19, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Dec 19 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 Fri, Dec 19 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.

TransPennine ExpressL36633
09:53AM0h38
Manchester Victoria (MCV)
10:31AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
71One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine ExpressL36629
08:53AM0h40
Manchester Victoria (MCV)
09:33AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
71One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine ExpressL37222
10:23AM0h36
Manchester Victoria (MCV)
10:59AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
81One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine ExpressL36657
01:53PM0h38
Manchester Victoria (MCV)
02:31PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
81One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine ExpressL37237
03:23PM0h36
Manchester Victoria (MCV)
03:59PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
91One-way
0 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 prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 51m. 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: 49 km

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€10

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51m

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1h 53m

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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 today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 1:35 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
transpennine_expressL37240
On time
4:23 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h36
4:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36675
On time
4:53 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h38
5:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL37243
On time
5:23 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h36
5:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
northern_railL08995
On time
5:30 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h59
6:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36681
On time
5:53 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h39
6:32 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL37216
On time
8:23 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h36
8:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
northern_railL08975
On time
8:32 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h56
9:28 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36629
On time
8:53 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h40
9:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL37219
On time
9:23 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h36
9:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36633
On time
9:53 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h38
10:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL37222
On time
10:23 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h36
10:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36639
On time
10:53 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h38
11:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL37225
On time
11:23 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h36
11:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36645
On time
11:53 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h38
12:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL36651
On time
12:53 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h38
1:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
transpennine_expressL37231
On time
1:23 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0h36
1:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

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

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Trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:39. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 32m.

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
49 km
Average train duration
51m
Cheapest ticket price
€3
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
32m
First train
04:30
Last train
22:39
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, first_transpennine_express from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester Victoria (MCV) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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
35m
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
51m
Cheapest Price
€4
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 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
1h 37m
Cheapest Price
€7
East Midlands Trains frequency
1 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

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
32m
Cheapest Price
€27
first_transpennine_express frequency
47 a day

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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) can start from as little as €3 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is 38 min   to travel the 49 km long journey, with around there are 9 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 04: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 22: 25.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) without having to change trains with TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express. There are 6 direct trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV). Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Take the Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train with TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip between Manchester Victoria (MCV) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 25.
A day trip to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from Manchester Victoria (MCV) is worth doing with a journey time of 38 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is May.
You have options as you can travel from Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

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

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The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Victoria. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Victoria for your trip from Manchester to Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
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information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: on platform and approach
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Victoria
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.​​​​​​​
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: on platform and approach
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Victoria
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.​​​​​​​

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