Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) train with East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC)

Showing times and prices for May 12

Cheapest price

$10

Average price

$10

Fastest journey

58 m

Average duration

58 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

49 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) for Liverpool Central (LVC) on Tue, May 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, May 12 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .

On Tue, May 12 the slowest trains will take 58 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.

  • East Midlands Railway
    3:41 PM0h58
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    4:39 PMLiverpool Central (LVC)
    $101One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $9.

Distance: 30 miles (49 km)

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Driving

$13

Average price

$7

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Cheapest

$13

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

55m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 6m

Average total duration

1h 36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

58m

Average total duration

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) is a bus with an average price of $7 (€5).

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC):

A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) costing on average $13 (€10).

The fastest way to travel from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) is by train with an average journey time of 55m.

Other travel options to Liverpool Central (LVC) take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 36m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Liverpool Central (LVC) including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 3m sooner (55m by train vs 58m by car). Tickets start at around $13 (€10) compared to roughly $13 (€10) 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 east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express.

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

Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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East Midlands Railway3:41 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h58
4:39 PM Liverpool Central (LVC)0 transfersDirect

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East Midlands Railway as well as Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Transport for Wales and more offer trains services from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC).
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC)

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Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 07:11, the last at 21:58. The fastest train covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 54m.

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 $6 (€5)
Distance
30 miles (49 km)
Average train duration
55m
Cheapest ticket price
$9 (€7)
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
54m
First train
7:11 AM
Last train
9:58 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
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 $6 (€5)

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Liverpool Central (LVC) from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Duration
58m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€7)
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

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
1h 9m
Cheapest Price
$18 (€14)
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 Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€7)
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

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
48m
Cheapest Price
$23 (€18)
east_midlands_trains frequency
10 a day

Transport for Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
44m
Cheapest Price
$21 (€17)
Transport for Wales frequency
2 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
$13 (€10)
Northern Trains Limited frequency
12 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
$38 (€30)
TransPennine Express frequency
6 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) 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 Central (LVC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $9 (€7), while the average price is around $13 (€10).
The train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) takes 54m and runs 5 per day.
The first train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) leaves at 7:11 AM.
The distance by train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) is 30 miles (49 km).
The last train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) leaves at 9:58 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC).
Yes, there is a direct train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC). This service operates 0 times per day, provided by east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) is by bus, with a cost of around $6 (€5).
The train journey from Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Central offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with glimpses of the English landscape and industrial heritage, making it moderately scenic.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Central. The journey takes 54m and covers 30 miles (49 km). There are 5 trains available per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC).
Since neither Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) nor Liverpool Central (LVC) 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 Liverpool Central (LVC) include Chester, Ormskirk, Southport, Formby, Kirkby.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) 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 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC)

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The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Oxford Road. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Oxford Road for your trip from Manchester to Liverpool.
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information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: on Platform 4/5
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Oxford Road
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
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 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: on Platform 4/5
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Oxford Road
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)

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