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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 14 Oct
Cheapest price on 14 Oct
£3
Average ticket price on 14 Oct
£7
Fastest journey on 14 Oct
46 m
Average journey duration on 14 Oct
46 m
Trains on 14 Oct
85
Distance
49 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Fast trains
On Wed 14 Oct, we found 85 trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO), including 65 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 46 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.
P2424415:221h11Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)16:33Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£31One-way0 changes- G8995414:000h58Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:58Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£31One-way0 changes
- G8995615:000h58Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)15:58Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£31One-way0 changes
- P2423411:221h11Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:33Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£31One-way0 changes
- P2422910:221h11Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:33Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£31One-way0 changes
C043549:510h46Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:37Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£41One-way0 changes- C043508:510h46Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:37Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£111One-way0 changes
- C0435911:510h46Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:37Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£41One-way0 changes
- C0435710:510h46Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:37Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£41One-way0 changes
- C0436312:510h46Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)13:37Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)£51One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) run on average 43 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 33 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 49 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 49 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 43 |
Direct trains 33 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 4:53 |
Last train 22:00 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
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
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trains for today, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C21806 | On time 16:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 17:37 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
 W84837 · C03182 | 16:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 17:45 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| G89964 | 17:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 17:58 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84719 | 17:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 18:07 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24219 | On time 17:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 18:33 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21581 | 17:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 18:37 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84843 · C24623 | On time 17:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 18:45 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| G89970 | On time 18:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 18:58 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84725 | 18:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 19:07 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24223 | 18:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 19:33 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04380 | 18:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 19:37 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24432 · C03192 | 18:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 19:45 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| G89974 | On time 19:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 19:58 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84730 | 19:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 20:07 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24227 | 19:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 20:33 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24929+C04474 | On time 19:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h15 | 20:39 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| C04382 | 19:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 20:37 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84737 | 20:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 21:07 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24231 | On time 20:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h15 | 21:37 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89986 | On time 21:03 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h57 | 22:00 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84740 | On time 21:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 22:07 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21584 | 21:37 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 22:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
G16196+ G38541 | On time 21:47 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h04 | 22:51 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| G89991 | 22:01 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h57 | 22:58 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84632 | On time 22:20 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h55 | 23:15 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89997 | 23:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h57 | 23:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 14 October | |||||
| G15989+P28614 · G89818 | 5:20 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h21 | 6:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2 changes | |
| G15989+G38506 | 5:20 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h30 | 6:50 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| G15989+G38390 | 5:20 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h27 | 6:47 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| C24388 · C24826 | 5:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 6:45 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| G89924 | 6:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 6:58 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84653 | 6:14 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h53 | 7:07 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24212 | 6:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h17 | 7:34 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04344 | 6:49 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h49 | 7:38 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84776 · G15889 | 6:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 7:45 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| G89926 | 7:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 7:58 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84658 | 7:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 8:07 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24216 | 7:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 8:33 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04347 | 7:48 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h49 | 8:37 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24396 · G15891 | 7:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 8:45 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| G89931 | 8:02 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h56 | 8:58 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84665 | 8:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 9:07 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24221 | 8:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 9:33 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04350 | 8:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 9:37 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84790 · G15894 | 8:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 9:45 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| G89934 | 9:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 9:58 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84670 | 9:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 10:07 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24225 | 9:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 10:33 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04354 | 9:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 10:37 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84795 · G15893 | 9:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 10:45 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| G89939 | 10:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 10:58 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84677 | 10:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 11:07 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24229 | 10:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 11:33 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04357 | 10:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 11:37 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84800 · C03158 | 10:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 11:45 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| G89942 | 11:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 11:58 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84683 | 11:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 12:07 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24234 | 11:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 12:33 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04359 | 11:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 12:37 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84807 · C24587 | 11:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 12:45 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| G89946 | 12:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 12:58 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84689 | 12:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 13:07 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24237 | 12:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 13:33 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04363 | 12:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 13:37 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84813 · C24593 | 12:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 13:45 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| G89949 | 13:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 13:58 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84695 | 13:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 14:07 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24240 | 13:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 14:33 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04365 | 13:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 14:37 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84818 · C03172 | 13:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 14:45 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| G89954 | 14:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 14:58 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84700 | 14:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 15:07 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24242 | 14:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 15:33 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04368 | 14:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 15:37 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84825 · C24605 | 14:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 15:45 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| G89956 | 15:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 15:58 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84705 | 15:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 16:07 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24244 | 15:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 16:33 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04372 | 15:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 16:37 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84830 · C24610 | 15:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h51 | 16:45 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
| G89960 | 16:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h58 | 16:58 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84712 | 16:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h48 | 17:07 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P24214 | 16:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h11 | 17:33 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15948+C21809 | 16:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h15 | 17:39 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Transpennine Express Duration
36m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£5
Transpennine Express frequency
23 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 Northern Rail Duration
38m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£3
Northern Rail frequency
19 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 East Midlands Railway Duration
46m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£4
East Midlands Railway frequency
14 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
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transport for Wales Duration
34m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
£6
Transport for Wales frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Oxford Road (MCO), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The train journey from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) covers a distance of 49 km and takes approximately 34m. Trains run 43 per day.
The train distance from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) is 49 km.
The first train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) leaves at 4:53.
The last train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) departs at 22:00.
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) run approximately 43 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
Yes, there is a direct train between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO). The service operates 33 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express.
There is no night train service from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
Booking trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Lime Street to Manchester Oxford Road offers views of the picturesque English countryside, interspersed with charming towns and glimpses of the River Mersey, providing a pleasant and scenic experience.
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Lime StreetLime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Suburban train linesWirral Line (green)
Bus lines9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
Train linesNorthern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
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.
Manchester Oxford RoadManchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 5m · £2 · every ~224 min
T1 · 1h 7m
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
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