Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19

Cheapest price on Sep 19

€15

Average ticket price on Sep 19

€15

Fastest journey on Sep 19

56 m

Average journey duration on Sep 19

1 h 13 m

Trains on Sep 19

6

Distance

47 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) without transferring at least once.

  • Transpennine ExpressW84676+Northern RailP28665
    10:19 AM1h19
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    11:38 AMSalford Crescent (SLD)
    151One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailG89939 · G89581
    10:00 AM1h12
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    11:12 AMSalford Crescent (SLD)
    151One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressW84676+Northern RailL89258
    10:19 AM1h43
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    12:02 PMSalford Crescent (SLD)
    151One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailG89942 · G89589
    11:00 AM1h12
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    12:12 PMSalford Crescent (SLD)
    151One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressW84676+Northern RailG89585
    10:19 AM1h24
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    11:43 AMSalford Crescent (SLD)
    151One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) 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 €20.

Distance: 29 miles (47 km)

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Driving

€20

Average price

€6

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Cheapest

€10

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(fuel + tolls)

1h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

50m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 59m

Average total duration

1h 29m

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30m

Additional time*

43m

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) is a bus with an average price of €6.

This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD):

A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) costing on average €20.

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) is by train with an average journey time of 50m.

Other travel options to Salford Crescent (SLD) take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 29m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Salford Crescent (SLD) including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €20 compared to roughly €10 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-10.14. The journey takes 50m versus 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) train times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Transpennine Express6:24 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h51
7:15 AM Salford Crescent (SLD)0 transfersDirect
Northern Rail7:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h12
8:12 AM Salford Crescent (SLD)0 transfersDirect
Northern Rail9:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h12
10:12 AM Salford Crescent (SLD)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine Express9:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h56
10:50 AM Salford Crescent (SLD)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine Express1:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h51
2:15 PM Salford Crescent (SLD)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands Railway1:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h21
3:12 PM Salford Crescent (SLD)0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) trains with Omio?

Transpennine Express as well as Northern Rail or East Midlands Railway offer trains services from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD).

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 or East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transpennine Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD).

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 or East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD)

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Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) run on average 27 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 15:00. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 40m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5
Distance
29 miles (47 km)
Average train duration
50m
Cheapest ticket price
€10
Trains per day
27
Fastest train
40m
First train
5:00 AM
Last train
3:00 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sat
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Salford Crescent (SLD) from €5. 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 Transpennine Express Duration
40m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
€23
Transpennine Express frequency
3 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

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 Northern Rail Duration
1h 1m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
€23
Northern Rail 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 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 East Midlands Railway Duration
52m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
€10
East Midlands Railway 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

FAQs: Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) 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 Salford Crescent (SLD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €10, while the average price is around €20.
The train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) takes 40m and runs 27 per day.
The first train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) leaves at 5:00 AM.
The distance by train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) is 29 miles (47 km).
The last train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) leaves at 3:00 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD).
There is no direct train service currently available from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD).
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) is by bus, with a cost of around €5.
The train journey from Liverpool Lime Street to Salford Crescent offers a mix of urban and industrial views, with glimpses of the Mersey River and passing through the countryside, providing some scenic elements but primarily focusing on urban landscapes.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Liverpool Lime Street to Salford Crescent. The journey takes 40m and covers 29 miles (47 km). There are 9 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD).
Since neither Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) nor Salford Crescent (SLD) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Salford Crescent (SLD) include Bolton, Rochdale, Blackburn, Darwen, Ashton-under-Lyne.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD)

Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Salford Crescent (SLD) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Salford Crescent station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Salford Crescent (SLD) 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 Salford
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.

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