The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC)
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
50 km
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 $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Liverpool Central (LVC) on Sun, Jun 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 54 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.
8:54 AM0h35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:29 AMLiverpool Central (LVC)$81One-way0 transfers
12:37 PM0h52Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1:29 PMLiverpool Central (LVC)$101One-way0 transfers
7:54 AM0h51Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)8:45 AMLiverpool Central (LVC)$131One-way0 transfers
7:26 AM1h54Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:20 AMLiverpool Central (LVC)$161One-way0 transfers
10:09 AM1h15Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:24 AMLiverpool Central (LVC)$161One-way0 transfers
8:54 AM0h35Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:29 AMLiverpool Central (LVC)$81One-way0 transfers
7:54 AM0h51Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)8:45 AMLiverpool Central (LVC)$131One-way0 transfers
12:37 PM0h52Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1:29 PMLiverpool Central (LVC)$101One-way0 transfers
10:09 AM1h15Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:24 AMLiverpool Central (LVC)$161One-way0 transfers
7:26 AM1h54Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:20 AMLiverpool Central (LVC)$161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train 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 56m. 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 | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC):
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC) costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Liverpool Central (LVC) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 19m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C21346+ G30574 | Delayed 7:40 AM 8:37 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h02 | 9:39 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
A29049+ C07936+ G38400 | Delayed 8:11 AM 8:44 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h00 | 9:44 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 2 transfers | |
G86165+ G86301 | On time 8:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h11 | 10:05 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
W84655+ G30577 | Delayed 8:20 AM 9:07 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h02 | 10:09 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
C04445+ G30580 | On time 9:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h02 | 10:39 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
A29048+ G38404+ G77650 | Delayed 9:11 AM 9:44 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h06 | 10:50 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 2 transfers | |
G86170+ G77646 | On time 9:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h11 | 11:05 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
W84662+ C07948 | On time 10:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h07 | 11:14 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
C04448+ G30586 | On time 10:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h02 | 11:39 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
G38406+ A29099+ C07952 | On time 10:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h00 | 11:44 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 2 transfers | |
G86176+ C57233 | On time 10:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h16 | 12:10 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
W84668+ C07956 | On time 11:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h07 | 12:14 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
C04451+ G30592 | On time 11:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h02 | 12:39 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
G38410+ A29149+ C07960 | 11:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h00 | 12:44 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 2 transfers | |
G86181+ C57224 | On time 11:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h16 | 1:10 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
W84674+ C07964 | On time 12:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h07 | 1:14 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
C04454+ G30598 | On time 12:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h02 | 1:39 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
A29148+ C07968+ G38414 | 12:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h00 | 1:44 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 2 transfers | |
G86122+ G77616 | On time 12:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h11 | 2:05 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
W84679+ C07972 | On time 1:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h07 | 2:14 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
W84704+ C08004 | On time 5:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h07 | 6:14 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
C21594+ G30630 | On time 5:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h02 | 6:39 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
A29143+ G38395+ C08008 | On time 5:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h00 | 6:44 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 2 transfers | |
G86173+ G77566 | On time 5:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h11 | 7:05 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
W84709+ C08012 | On time 6:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h08 | 7:15 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
C04470+ G30227 | On time 6:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h02 | 7:39 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
W84733+ C08028 | On time 10:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h08 | 11:15 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1 transfer | |
A29138+ W43644+ G77536 | Delayed 10:14 PM 10:44 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h06 | 11:50 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 7:26 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h54 | 9:20 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC)
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 15:37. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 5:53 AM |
Last train 3:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Central (LVC)
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- 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.
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
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