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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Showing times and prices for Dec 22
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
1 h 13 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
50 km
Cheap tickets
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 $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Liverpool Central (LVC) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) on Mon, Dec 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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.
07:58AM1h13
Liverpool Central (LVC)09:11AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$141One-way
0 transfers
05:58PM1h13
Liverpool Central (LVC)07:11PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$151One-way
0 transfers
09:58AM1h13
Liverpool Central (LVC)11:11AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$171One-way
0 transfers
07:58AM1h13
Liverpool Central (LVC)09:11AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$141One-way
0 transfers
05:58PM1h13
Liverpool Central (LVC)07:11PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$151One-way
0 transfers
09:58AM1h13
Liverpool Central (LVC)11:11AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
$171One-way
0 transfers
Liverpool Central (LVC) - Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)Compare TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), Transport for Wales
$6
37m
2 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
$22
1h 13m
1 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
$15
1h 0m
2 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
$6
1h 8m
2 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €2.
Distance: 31 miles (50 km)
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1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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 today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 6:42 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:36 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1h08 | 8:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:55 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 0h37 | 8:32 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 11:30 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1h00 | 12:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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TransPennine Express as well as East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3) and Transport for Wales offer trains services from Liverpool Central to Manchester Piccadilly. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Liverpool Central to Manchester Piccadilly.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TransPennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3) and Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Central to Manchester Piccadilly.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While TransPennine Express tickets can be bought on TransPennine Express's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3) and Transport for Wales to help you choose the right option for your journey from Liverpool Central to Manchester Piccadilly.
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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 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 35m.
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 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€2) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 05:24 |
Last train 22:36 |
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, East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Liverpool Central (LVC) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from $3 (€2). 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
37m
Cheapest Price
$6 (€5)
TransPennine Express frequency
2 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
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 13m
Cheapest Price
$22 (€17)
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
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
1h 0m
Cheapest Price
$15 (€12)
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
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 Duration
1h 8m
Cheapest Price
$6 (€5)
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
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
52m
Cheapest Price
$34 (€27)
first_transpennine_express frequency
23 a day
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
$30 (€24)
east_midlands_trains frequency
12 a day
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.
The train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) takes 35m and runs 3 per day.
The train journey from Liverpool Central to Manchester Piccadilly offers limited scenic views, primarily comprising urban landscapes, industrial areas, and sections of the English countryside.
Yes, a day trip from Liverpool Central to Manchester Piccadilly is feasible as the journey takes 35m, covering a distance of 31 miles (50 km), with trains running 3 times per day.
The last train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 10:36 PM.
The distance by train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 31 miles (50 km).
Train ticket prices from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $3 (€2), while the average price is around $14 (€11).
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is by train, with a cost of around $3 (€2).
The first train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 5:24 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Yes, there is a direct train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). This service operates 1 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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Popular train stations from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Liverpool
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Liverpool is Liverpool Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool Central for your trip from Liverpool to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Liverpool Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your journey to Manchester from Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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