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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£9
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
46 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
47 m
Trains on 23 Sept
12
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 12 trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC), including 12 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 47 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.
G8997419:000h47Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)19:47Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)£41One-way0 changes- G8993910:000h47Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:47Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)£51One-way0 changes
- G8994211:000h47Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:47Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)£51One-way0 changes
- G8996016:000h47Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)16:47Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)£51One-way0 changes
- G8997920:000h47Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)20:47Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)£51One-way0 changes
- G899318:020h46Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)8:48Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)£121One-way0 changes
- L8951516:300h46Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)17:16Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)£101One-way0 changes
- G899267:000h47Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:47Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)£141One-way0 changes
- G8993910:000h47Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:47Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)£51One-way0 changes
- G899349:000h47Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:47Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 43 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC):
A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) costing on average £9.
Other travel options to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 29m.
Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-0.53. The journey takes 47m versus 43m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G89979 | On time 20:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 20:47 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89986 | On time 21:03 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 21:51 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89991 | On time 22:01 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 22:49 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89997 | On time 23:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 23:48 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
| G89926 | 7:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 7:47 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L89513 | 7:28 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h49 | 8:17 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89931 | 8:02 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 8:48 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89934 | 9:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 9:47 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89939 | 10:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 10:47 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89942 | 11:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 11:47 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89960 | 16:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 16:47 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L89515 | 16:30 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 17:16 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89964 | 17:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 17:47 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89970 | 18:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 18:47 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89974 | 19:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 19:47 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
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Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 14:00, the last at 14:00. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 42m.
Distance 43 km |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 14:00 |
Last train 14:00 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) 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 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Patricroft station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Eccles (Manchester) from Eccles city centre
Eccles (Manchester) train station facilities and services
Eccles (Manchester) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Eccles (Manchester).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Eccles (Manchester): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Eccles (Manchester): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Eccles (Manchester): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, Manchester platform: up one step from car park to ticket office then down 35 steps onto platform. Liverpool platform: up one step from car park to ticket office then along footbridge and down 35 steps onto platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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