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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
56
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) 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.
Of the 56 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) on Wed, Jul 22, 42 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 52 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.
G861658:54 AM0h59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:53 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$51One-way0 transfers
C044398:37 AM0h52Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:29 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$51One-way0 transfers- G861338:54 PM0h59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)9:53 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$61One-way0 transfers
- G8615611:28 PM1h00Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:28 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$61One-way0 transfers
W8473811:10 PM0h57Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:07 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$61One-way0 transfers
G38390+W847666:44 AM0h48Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)7:32 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$291One-way1 transfer- G38427+C2498811:42 PM0h49Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:31 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$111One-way1 transfer
- C2181211:37 AM0h52Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:29 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$71One-way0 transfers
- C215934:37 PM0h52Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)5:29 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$81One-way0 transfers
- C2159012:37 PM0h52Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1:29 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $4.
Distance: 31 miles (50 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m 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 Lime Street (LIV):
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 10m.
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 East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, 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 Lime Street (LIV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C24590 · G16013 | Delayed 8:59 AM 9:58 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 10:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84661 | 10:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h53 | 11:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21804 | On time 10:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h52 | 11:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86176 | 10:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h59 | 11:53 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C24597 · C24952 | On time 10:58 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 11:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84667 | On time 11:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h53 | 12:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21812 | 11:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h52 | 12:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86181 | On time 11:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h59 | 12:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G16000 · C24954 | On time 11:58 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 12:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84673 | On time 12:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h53 | 1:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21590 | On time 12:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h52 | 1:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86122 | 12:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h59 | 1:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C24608 · G15907 | On time 12:58 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 1:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84680 | On time 1:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h53 | 2:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21811 | 1:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h52 | 2:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86141 | On time 1:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h59 | 2:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G16023 · G15922 | On time 1:58 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 2:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84686 | 2:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h53 | 3:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21591 | On time 2:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h52 | 3:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86154 | On time 2:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h59 | 3:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C24619 · G15900 | On time 2:58 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 3:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84692 | 3:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h53 | 4:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21810 | 3:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h52 | 4:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86163 | 3:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h59 | 4:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G16020 · C24965 | On time 3:58 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 4:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84697 | On time 4:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h53 | 5:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21593 | On time 4:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h52 | 5:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86167 | 4:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h59 | 5:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C24631 · C24969 | On time 4:58 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 5:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C21809 | On time 5:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h52 | 6:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86173 | 5:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h59 | 6:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C24637 · C24972 | On time 5:58 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 6:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84708 | On time 6:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h53 | 7:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21595 | On time 6:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h52 | 7:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86178 | 6:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h59 | 7:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G16016 · C24975 | 6:58 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h03 | 8:01 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84714 | On time 7:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h54 | 8:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C21803 | On time 7:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h52 | 8:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86182 | On time 7:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h59 | 8:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G16001 · C24979 | 7:58 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 8:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84720 | 8:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h53 | 9:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C04474 | On time 8:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h53 | 9:30 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86133 | 8:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h59 | 9:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15949 · C24980 | On time 8:58 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h07 | 10:05 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84727 | 9:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h53 | 10:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86143 | On time 9:54 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h58 | 10:52 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C24655 · C24984 | On time 9:58 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h07 | 11:05 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84734 | On time 10:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h53 | 11:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89595 · P24205 | On time 10:35 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h29 | 12:04 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84738 | On time 11:10 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h57 | 12:07 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86156 | On time 11:28 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h00 | 12:28 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
| W84643 | 6:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h54 | 7:01 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84766+G38390 | 6:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h48 | 7:32 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| G86149 | 6:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h58 | 7:52 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15888 · G16008 | 6:58 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h03 | 8:01 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| C04436 | 7:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h52 | 8:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86159 | 7:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h59 | 8:53 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15897 · G16018 | 7:58 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 8:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84651 | 8:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h53 | 9:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C04439 | 8:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h52 | 9:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86165 | 8:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h59 | 9:53 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G15896 · C24945 | 8:58 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1h01 | 9:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
| W84656 | 9:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h53 | 10:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C04444 | 9:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h52 | 10:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86170 | 9:54 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h59 | 10:53 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 49m.
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 5:54 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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.
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Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
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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