4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€23
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€23
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 13 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 13 m
Trains on Sep 19
1
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) without transferring at least once.
W84671+
G308518:58 AM1h13Liverpool Central (LVC)10:11 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€231One-way1 transfer
- W84671+G308518:58 AM1h13Liverpool Central (LVC)10:11 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)€231One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €6 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 €6, while a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 31 miles (50 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€15 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest | €11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m 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 Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average €15.
Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 26m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (50m by train vs 58m by car). Tickets start at around €15 compared to roughly €11 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84671+G30851 | 8:58 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1h13 | 10:11 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by bus or train
Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Sep 19
Sep 20
Sep 21
Sep 22
Sep 23
Sep 24
Sep 25
Why should you book Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transpennine Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trip or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:58, the last at 17:58. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 36m.
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 7:58 AM |
Last train 5:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTranspennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail trains will get you between Liverpool Central (LVC) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transpennine Express
East Midlands Railway
Transport for Wales
Northern Rail
FAQs: Trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Most Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Central (LVC) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
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.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Most popular train connections from Liverpool Central (LVC)
More options for your journey from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Liverpool Central (LVC)
Most popular train connections to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
