Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) train with East Midlands Trains

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

Showing times and prices for Nov 07

Cheapest price

$7

Average price

$9

Fastest journey

40 m

Average duration

41 m

Trains per day

5

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 $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Nov 07 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 Fri, Nov 07 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.

TransPennine Express
05:08AM0h42
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
05:50AMLiverpool South Parkway (LPY)
$71One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
09:37AM0h40
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
10:17AMLiverpool South Parkway (LPY)
$81One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
08:33AM1h05
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
09:38AMLiverpool South Parkway (LPY)
$91One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
03:37PM0h40
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
04:17PMLiverpool South Parkway (LPY)
$91One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
08:37AM0h40
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
09:17AMLiverpool South Parkway (LPY)
$101One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) 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 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €3.

Distance: 28 miles (46 km)

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€9

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1h 17m

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47m

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1h 45m

Average total duration

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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, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 2:19 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
east_midlands_railway8:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h40
9:17 AM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway9:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h40
10:17 AM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)0 transfersDirect
transpennine_express11:07 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h42
11:49 AM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)0 transfersDirect
transpennine_express1:07 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h42
1:49 PM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)0 transfersDirect
northern_rail4:02 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h11
5:13 PM Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)0 transfersDirect

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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) by train or bus

Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Journey information

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

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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
Distance
28 miles (46 km)
Average train duration
47m
Cheapest ticket price
$3 (€3)
Trains per day
19
Direct trains
15
Fastest train
38m
First train
04:58
Last train
20:33

Key Takeaways

Train Ticket Prices
  • Budget Options: Train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) start from as low as $3 (€3) if booked well in advance.
  • Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $10 (€9) depending on the train type and class.
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

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) trainsEast Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) from $3 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
38m
Cheapest Price
$5 (€4)
East Midlands Trains frequency
8 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

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
$4 (€3)
TransPennine Express frequency
10 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

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
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
$5 (€4)
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
41m
Cheapest Price
$32 (€26)
first_transpennine_express frequency
18 a day

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
$28 (€23)
east_midlands_trains frequency
14 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
The train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) takes 38m and runs 19 per day.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkway is feasible. The journey takes 38m, covers 28 miles (46 km), and there are 19 trains available per day.
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 8:33 PM.
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, there is a high-speed train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY).
Train ticket prices from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $3 (€3), while the average price is around $10 (€9).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) is by train, with a cost of around $3 (€3).
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) leaves at 4:58 AM.
Yes, you can take the 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 15 times per day, provided by East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains.

popular train stations

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

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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
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Carluccio’s
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Costa Coffee
  • Pret a Manger
  • Upper Crust
  • McDonald's
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
  • Premier Inn Manchester City
  • Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
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

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