- Must visit
Science and Industry Museum
Major museum exploring Manchester’s role in science, technology and industry, with historic machinery and railway heritage on the oldest surviving passenger railway station site.
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
31 m
Average duration
35 m
Trains per day
92
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Manchester will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 92 trains that leave Liverpool for Manchester on Sat, Jun 20, 92 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 36 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.
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A29126Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 31 miles (50 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$10 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Manchester:
A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Manchester costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 27m.
The journey is about 7m faster (55m by train vs 1h 2m by car) and roughly $3 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($10 (€8) vs $13 (€11)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Manchester trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G15866 | 5:53 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h35 | 6:28 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89924 | 6:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h55 | 6:55 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84653 | On time 6:14 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h53 | 7:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24212 | On time 6:17 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h15 | 7:32 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04344 | On time 6:49 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h49 | 7:38 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24892 | On time 6:53 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h35 | 7:28 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89926 | 7:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h55 | 7:55 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84658 | On time 7:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 8:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24216 | On time 7:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 8:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
A28909 | 7:24 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h35 | 7:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L89513 | On time 7:28 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 8:26 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04347 | On time 7:48 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h49 | 8:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24895 | On time 7:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h35 | 8:29 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89931 | 8:02 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h53 | 8:55 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84665 | 8:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 9:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24221 | On time 8:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 9:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
A28889 | On time 8:23 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h36 | 8:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04350 | On time 8:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 9:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15861 | 8:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h34 | 9:28 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89934 | 9:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h55 | 9:55 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84670 | 9:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 10:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24225 | 9:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 10:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
A28892 | On time 9:24 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h35 | 9:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04354 | On time 9:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 10:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15862 | 9:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h34 | 10:28 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89939 | 10:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h55 | 10:55 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84677 | 10:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 11:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24229 | 10:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 11:33 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
A28908 | 10:24 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h35 | 10:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04357 | On time 10:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 11:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24904 | On time 10:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h34 | 11:28 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89942 | 11:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h55 | 11:55 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84683 | 11:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 12:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24234 | On time 11:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 12:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
A28906 | 11:24 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h35 | 11:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04359 | On time 11:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 12:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24909 | On time 11:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h34 | 12:28 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89946 | 12:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h55 | 12:55 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84689 | 12:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 1:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24237 | On time 12:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 1:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
N36901 | 12:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h36 | 1:00 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
A28904 | 12:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h36 | 1:00 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04363 | On time 12:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 1:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15955 | 12:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h34 | 1:28 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89949 | 1:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h55 | 1:55 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84695 | 1:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 2:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24240 | On time 1:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 2:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
N36899 | 1:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h35 | 1:59 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04365 | On time 1:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 2:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15953 | 1:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h34 | 2:28 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89954 | On time 2:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h55 | 2:55 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84700 | 2:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 3:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24242 | On time 2:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 3:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
N36897 | 2:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 3:02 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
A28903 | 2:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 3:02 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04368 | On time 2:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 3:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15950 | 2:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h34 | 3:28 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89956 | On time 3:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h55 | 3:55 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84705 | 3:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 4:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24244 | On time 3:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 4:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
N36895 | 3:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h35 | 3:59 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04372 | On time 3:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 4:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15948 | On time 3:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h34 | 4:28 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89960 | 4:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h55 | 4:55 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84712 | 4:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 5:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24214 | On time 4:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 5:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
N36893 | 4:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h36 | 5:00 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L89515 | On time 4:30 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h55 | 5:25 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21806 | On time 4:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 5:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24924 | 4:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h34 | 5:28 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89964 | 5:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h55 | 5:55 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84719 | 5:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 6:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24219 | On time 5:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 6:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
N36891 | 5:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h35 | 5:59 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21581 | 5:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 6:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15988 | 5:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h34 | 6:28 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89970 | On time 6:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h55 | 6:55 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84725 | 6:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 7:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24223 | 6:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 7:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
N36889 | 6:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h36 | 7:00 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04380 | 6:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 7:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24929 | 6:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h34 | 7:28 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89974 | On time 7:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h55 | 7:55 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84730 | 7:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 8:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24227 | 7:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 8:33 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
N36887 | 7:24 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h35 | 7:59 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04382 | 7:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 8:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15952 | 7:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h34 | 8:28 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89979 | On time 8:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h55 | 8:55 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84737 | 8:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 9:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P24231 | On time 8:22 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h15 | 9:37 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
N36885 | 8:25 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h52 | 9:17 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24937 | On time 8:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h34 | 9:28 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89986 | On time 9:03 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h55 | 9:58 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84740 | On time 9:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 10:07 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
A28868 | 9:26 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 10:04 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21584 | 9:37 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 10:24 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G16197 | On time 9:49 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h37 | 10:26 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89991 | 10:01 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h55 | 10:56 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84632 | On time 10:20 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h55 | 11:15 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24380 | 10:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h37 | 11:30 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89997 | 11:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h57 | 11:57 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84935 | On time 11:19 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h50 | 12:09 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L89516 | On time 11:30 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h57 | 12:27 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P23861 | 11:36 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h01 | 12:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84759 | On time 12:18 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h31 | 12:49 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
A29051 | 5:03 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h38 | 5:41 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Liverpool to Manchester run on average 13 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 34m.
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Discover the best of Manchester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Manchester trip today.
Major museum exploring Manchester’s role in science, technology and industry, with historic machinery and railway heritage on the oldest surviving passenger railway station site.
University museum with acclaimed natural history, archaeology and cultural collections, recently refreshed and especially popular for its dinosaur and ancient Egypt displays.
Central city gallery with fine art, design and decorative arts collections, plus changing exhibitions in a landmark civic building.
Manchester’s best-known creative district, packed with street art, independent shops and photogenic corners that are highly popular online.
Canalside heritage area with Roman roots, warehouses, waterside walks and one of the city’s most atmospheric urban landscapes.
Historic civic square framed by major Victorian architecture and often used for events, making it a classic city-centre stop.
A classic Manchester dessert with shortcrust pastry, raspberry jam, custard, coconut, and a cherry. It is one of the city’s best-known traditional sweet dishes.
A flaky pastry filled with currants, sugar, and butter, originating from Eccles in Greater Manchester. It is a famous regional bake often eaten with tea.
A traditional blood sausage strongly associated with nearby Bury and widely eaten in Manchester, especially as part of a full breakfast.
A stylish and widely loved restaurant inspired by Bombay cafés, known for rich curries, grilled dishes, and a distinctive heritage interior.
A popular casual venue pairing Indian street food with craft beer. It is lively, well-known, and especially good for vegetarian diners.
A celebrated fine-dining restaurant in Manchester known for modern British cooking, polished service, and an elegant setting inside The Midland hotel.
Moderate by UK standards. Budget eats are easy to find, but central hotels and nightlife can be pricey.
Service is often included in restaurants. If not, tip 10-12.5% for good service. Round up in taxis. Tipping is not expected for counter service, but small tips are appreciated.
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Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester -> Manchester City Centre, Manchester
The train connection between Liverpool and Manchester is efficient and convenient, making it easy for travelers to explore these vibrant cities. The journey typically takes around 1 hour, with frequent services provided by Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, and East Midlands Railway. Whether you're heading to enjoy the cultural offerings of either city or simply commuting for work or leisure, you'll find a comfortable ride awaits you on this popular route.
The train connection between Liverpool and Manchester takes approximately 34 minutes. There are about 45 connections per day, all of which are direct services. Passengers can board trains from stations including Hunts Cross, Liverpool South Parkway, Wavertree Technology Park, Edge Hill, Mossley Hill, and Liverpool Lime Street in Liverpool. In Manchester, the arrival stations include Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road, Mauldeth Road, Deansgate, East Didsbury, Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria.
The first daily train journey from Liverpool to Manchester departs at 05:17, allowing early travelers to start their day. The last train of the day leaves at 23:36, providing a late option for those wishing to return after enjoying the vibrant nightlife in Manchester.
The cheapest ticket price for a train journey from Liverpool to Manchester is €5, while the average ticket price typically hovers around €9.
Welcome to Manchester Town Hall, a stunning example of Victorian Gothic architecture completed in 1877. This iconic building not only serves as the heart of local government but also symbolizes the city’s rich industrial heritage and commitment to civic pride. As you explore its grand interiors adorned with intricate mosaics and impressive sculptures, you'll discover unique features like the magnificent Great Hall and the famous clock tower that stands tall at 230 feet.
Next on our journey is The John Rylands Library, an architectural gem opened in 1900 that houses one of the finest collections of rare books and manuscripts in Europe. Its significance lies not just in its vast literary treasures but also as a testament to John Rylands' vision for public access to knowledge during his time. Be sure to admire its breathtaking neo-Gothic design, complete with stained glass windows and ornate reading rooms that create an atmosphere perfect for contemplation.
Finally, we arrive at Old Trafford Stadium, affectionately known as "The Theatre of Dreams," which has been home to Manchester United since 1910. This legendary venue holds immense significance within football history; it has witnessed countless memorable matches and produced some of sport's greatest legends over more than a century. As you walk through this hallowed ground filled with passionate fan memorabilia, take note of unique features such as the Sir Alex Ferguson Stand—named after one of football's most successful managers—and enjoy panoramic views from various vantage points around this colossal stadium.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Liverpool to Manchester trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
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 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.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: 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” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: Yes.
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: 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.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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: Yes.
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 options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
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.
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 storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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