Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02
Cheapest price on Nov 02
$5
Average ticket price on Nov 02
$11
Fastest journey on Nov 02
44 m
Average journey duration on Nov 02
47 m
Trains on Nov 02
82
Distance
49 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.

Fast trains

On Mon, Nov 02, we found 82 trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), including 68 direct services.

On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .

On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 48 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.

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  • Northern RailG86159
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  • Northern RailP24189
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  • Northern RailG86167
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  • Northern RailP24194
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

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Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 30 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 but you can travel from only $3 by bus.

There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 34m.

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 $3

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Journey facts

  • Distance30 miles (49 km)
  • Average train duration53m
  • Cheapest ticket price$4
  • Trains per day30
  • Direct trains24
  • Fastest train34m
  • First train5:11 AM
  • Last train10:32 PM
  • Cheapest MonthNov
  • Cheapest DaySat
  • High SeasonJan - Mar
  • Low SeasonOct - Dec
  • Busiest DayTue
  • Least Busy DaySun
  • Best time to book21 days

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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 $3

Frequently asked questions about your Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).

Train ticket prices from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $4, while the average price is around $11.
The train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) takes 34m and runs 30 per day.
The distance by train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is 30 miles (49 km).
The first train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 5:11 AM.
The last train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 10:32 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV). This service operates 24 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express.

Live departures

Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Northern RailP24155
On time
7:46 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h07
8:53 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC24808 · G16338
On time
8:17 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h15
9:32 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 transfer
Northern RailC32418
On time
8:29 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
9:26 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Transport for WalesAW828700+Transpennine ExpressG16338
On time
8:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h59
9:32 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 transfer
Northern RailC32826
On time
8:44 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h08
9:52 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84654
On time
9:10 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h51
10:01 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84660
On time
10:15 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h47
11:02 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailC32420
On time
10:25 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h58
11:23 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP24168
On time
10:43 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h07
11:50 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84666
On time
11:13 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
12:01 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC21588
On time
11:41 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
12:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP24172
On time
11:46 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
12:55 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84672
On time
12:12 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
1:01 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG86138
On time
12:25 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h58
1:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC04441
On time
12:41 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
1:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84678
On time
1:13 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
2:01 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC04442
On time
1:41 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
2:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP24180
On time
1:46 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
2:55 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84684
On time
2:12 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
3:01 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG86147
On time
2:25 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h58
3:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC04443
On time
2:41 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
3:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP24182
On time
2:46 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
3:55 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84690
On time
3:12 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
4:01 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC04446
On time
3:41 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
4:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84696
On time
4:12 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
5:01 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG86153
On time
4:25 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h58
5:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC04449
On time
4:41 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
5:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP24186
On time
4:46 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
5:55 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84703
On time
5:13 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
6:01 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC21589
On time
5:41 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
6:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP24157
On time
5:46 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
6:55 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84710
On time
6:13 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
7:01 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG86117
On time
6:25 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h58
7:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC04455
On time
6:41 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
7:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84716
On time
7:13 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
8:01 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC21592
On time
7:41 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
8:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP24166
On time
7:46 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h07
8:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84722
On time
8:12 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
9:01 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG86129
On time
8:25 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h58
9:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP24170
On time
8:46 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h07
9:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84728
On time
9:12 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h47
9:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84732
On time
10:12 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
11:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG86139
On time
10:25 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h00
11:25 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP24178
On time
10:44 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h11
11:55 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 transfersDirect

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Northern Rail as well as East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales and more offer trains services from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
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Train companies

Train companies from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) with Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, and East Midlands Railway. High-speed trains available on this route with Transpennine Express and East Midlands Railway. Regional trains available on this route with Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, and Transport for Wales. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.

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
54m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
$4
Northern Rail frequency
13 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

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
34m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
$7
Transpennine Express frequency
12 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 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
46m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
$6
East Midlands Railway frequency
6 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

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 Transport for Wales Duration
37m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
$15
Transport for Wales frequency
6 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

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
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.

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Most Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Liverpool
Manchester Oxford RoadManchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FUParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre

Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 5m · $3 · every ~224 min
T1 · 1h 7m

Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services

Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: 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.

Most popular trains to and from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

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