Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)

Showing times and prices for Aug 06

Cheapest price

$5

Average price

$8

Fastest journey

40 m

Average duration

41 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

46 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) 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 South Parkway (LPY) will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) on Thu, Aug 06, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 46 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .

On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 42 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 RailwayC04439
    8:37 AM0h40
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    9:17 AMLiverpool South Parkway (LPY)
    $51One-way
    0 transfers
  • East Midlands RailwayC04444
    9:37 AM0h40
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    10:17 AMLiverpool South Parkway (LPY)
    $61One-way
    0 transfers
  • East Midlands RailwayC21804
    10:37 AM0h40
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    11:17 AMLiverpool South Parkway (LPY)
    $61One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressW84661
    10:07 AM0h42
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    10:49 AMLiverpool South Parkway (LPY)
    $81One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressW84656
    9:07 AM0h41
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    9:48 AMLiverpool South Parkway (LPY)
    $101One-way
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)

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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 28 miles (46 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
Distance
28 miles (46 km)
Average train duration
47m
Cheapest ticket price
$3
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
40m
First train
5:07 AM
Last train
10:07 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Fri
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

Live departures

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayC04444
Delayed
8:52 AM 9:37 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h40
9:26 AM 9:26 AMLiverpool South Parkway (LPY)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84661
On time
10:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h42
10:49 AM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC21804
On time
10:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h40
11:17 AM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84667
On time
11:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h42
11:49 AM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC21812
On time
11:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h40
12:17 PM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84702
On time
5:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h42
5:49 PM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC21809
On time
5:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h40
6:17 PM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84708
On time
6:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h42
6:49 PM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC21595
On time
6:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h41
7:18 PM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84714
On time
7:06 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h43
7:49 PM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC21803
On time
7:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h40
8:17 PM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
0 transfersDirect
Thursday, August 6
Transpennine ExpressW846518:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h42
8:49 AM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC044398:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h40
9:17 AM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW846569:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h41
9:48 AM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)0 transfersDirect
East Midlands RailwayC044449:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h40
10:17 AM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)0 transfersDirect

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Transpennine Express as well as East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited and more offer trains services from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY).
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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
40m
Cheapest Price
$3
Transpennine Express frequency
4 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 Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
$5
East Midlands Railway 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

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
1h 4m
Cheapest Price
$5
Northern Rail frequency
2 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

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
$20
east_midlands_trains frequency
10 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
$16
Northern Trains Limited frequency
2 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
41m
Cheapest Price
$33
TransPennine Express frequency
9 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) 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 South Parkway (LPY), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $3, while the average price is around $10.
The train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) takes 40m and runs 7 per day.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) leaves at 5:07 AM.
The distance by train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) is 28 miles (46 km).
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) leaves at 10:07 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY).
Yes, there is a direct train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY). This service operates 6 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY).
The train journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkway offers views of the urban landscapes of Manchester, rolling countryside, and glimpses of the River Mersey, providing a mix of city and rural scenery.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY).
Popular day trips by train from Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) include Manchester, Chester, Widnes, Warrington, Liverpool.
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.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)

Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) trains use the Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) 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 PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre

Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · $2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · $2 · every ~47 min

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.

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