Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

Showing times and prices for 21 Jul

Cheapest price

£5

Average price

£7

Fastest journey

34 m

Average duration

34 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

50 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Liverpool Central (LVC) for Manchester Victoria (MCV) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .

The slowest trains will take 35 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 ExpressW84800
    10:540h34
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    11:28Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    £51One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressW84795
    9:540h34
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    10:28Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    £51One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressW84790
    8:540h34
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    9:28Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressG15861
    9:240h35
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    9:59Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressG15862
    10:240h35
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    10:59Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    £61One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £3.

Distance: 50 km

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£7

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£5

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Average total duration

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Live departures

Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressC248958:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h36
8:59 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW847908:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h34
9:28 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG158619:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h35
9:59 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW847959:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h34
10:28 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG1586210:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h35
10:59 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8480010:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h34
11:28 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trains with Omio?

Transpennine Express as well as Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited and more offer trains services from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).

Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trip or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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Trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 20:03. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 34m.

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
50 km
Average train duration
50m
Cheapest ticket price
£3
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
34m
First train
5:24
Last train
20:03
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Mon
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: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool Central (LVC) and Manchester Victoria (MCV) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
34m
Cheapest Price
£5
Transpennine Express frequency
6 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

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 1m
Cheapest Price
£3
Northern Rail 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

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
50m
Cheapest Price
£7
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

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 17m
Cheapest Price
£32
east_midlands_trains frequency
13 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
£9
Northern Trains Limited frequency
2 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
31m
Cheapest Price
£27
TransPennine Express frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Victoria (MCV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £7.
The train journey from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) covers a distance of 50 km and takes approximately 34m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is 50 km.
The first train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) leaves at 5:24.
The last train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) departs at 20:03.
Trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) run approximately 9 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
Yes, there is a direct train between Liverpool Central (LVC) and Manchester Victoria (MCV). The service operates 8 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express.
To get from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is by train, costing approximately £3.
Booking trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Liverpool Central to Manchester Victoria offers urban and industrial scenery, featuring views of the Mersey River, historic railway architecture, and glimpses of the countryside as you travel between the two cities.
Yes, a day trip from Liverpool Central to Manchester Victoria is feasible. The journey takes 34m and covers a distance of 50 km. Trains run 7 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Central (LVC) and Manchester Victoria (MCV)

Most Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Central (LVC) and Manchester Victoria (MCV) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Liverpool
Arrival train stations in Manchester
Liverpool CentralLiverpool Central station, Ranelagh Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 1JTWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre

BusN1 · 21m · £4
City Explorer 101 · 32m · every ~3 min

Liverpool Central train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.

Tickets and information

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.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

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.

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