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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC)
Showing times and prices for Dec 22
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
50 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC) will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC) without transferring at least once.
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S6547308:37AM1h02
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)09:39AMLiverpool Central (LVC)
$121One-way
1 transfer
Y12431+S6547308:37AM1h02
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)09:39AMLiverpool Central (LVC)
$121One-way
1 transfer
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) - Liverpool Central (LVC)Compare TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3)
$6
52m
3 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
$9
1h 2m
3 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
$6
56m
3 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
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC) 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 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 31 miles (50 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€12 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC) trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 4:43 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:14 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h31 | 8:45 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:24 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h03 | 8:27 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:09 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h06 | 10:15 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:09 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h52 | 12:01 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Central trains with Omio?
TransPennine Express as well as East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3) and first_transpennine_express offer trains services from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Central. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Central.
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 East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3) and first_transpennine_express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Central.
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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 Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Central.
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 first_transpennine_express to help you choose the right option for your journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Central.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Central.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC)
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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 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 $6 (€5)
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 05:54 |
Last train 22:28 |
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: TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains, Transport for Wales from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC) trainsTransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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.
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
52m
Cheapest Price
$6 (€5)
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
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 2m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€7)
East Midlands Trains frequency
3 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
56m
Cheapest Price
$6 (€5)
Northern Rail (3) frequency
3 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
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
53m
Cheapest Price
$34 (€27)
first_transpennine_express frequency
16 a day
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
52m
Cheapest Price
$30 (€24)
east_midlands_trains frequency
14 a day
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
47m
Cheapest Price
$41 (€33)
Transport for Wales frequency
4 a day
FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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.
Train ticket prices from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $6 (€5), while the average price is around $15 (€12).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC) is by bus, with a cost of around $6 (€5).
The train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC) takes 40m and runs 7 per day.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Central is feasible. The journey takes 40m, with trains running 7 times per day over a distance of 31 miles (50 km).
The train journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Central offers views of the English countryside, passing through charming towns and green landscapes, but it's not typically considered a notably scenic route compared to more renowned scenic train journeys.
The distance by train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC) is 31 miles (50 km).
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC) leaves at 5:54 AM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC).
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC) leaves at 10:28 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC).
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC).
Yes, there is a direct train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC). This service operates 0 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC)
Manchester
Liverpool
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your trip from Manchester to Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information 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
The major train station for arrivals in Liverpool is Liverpool Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool Central for your journey to Liverpool from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation 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
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