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Science and Industry Museum
Large science and industry museum in a former railway site, with historic machinery, engines and hands-on displays for varied ages.
Cheapest price on 30 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 30 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 30 Sept
47 m
Average journey duration on 30 Sept
1 h 3 m
Trains on 30 Sept
6
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Eccles is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Eccles will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
On Wed 30 Sept, we found 6 trains from Liverpool to Eccles, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 40 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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G86163The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Eccles trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 30 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G89949 | 13:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 13:47 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89954 | 14:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 14:47 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
C04368+ G30902+ G86163 | 14:10 Moorfields (MRF) | 1h55 | 16:05 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 2 changes | |
C04368+ G86163+ G30905 | 14:25 Moorfields (MRF) | 1h40 | 16:05 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 2 changes | |
C04368+ G86163 | 14:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h14 | 16:05 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 1 change | |
G89956 | 15:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h47 | 15:47 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Liverpool to Eccles run on average 6 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 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 42m.
Distance 43 km |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Eccles — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Eccles trip today.
Large science and industry museum in a former railway site, with historic machinery, engines and hands-on displays for varied ages.
Waterside gallery showing major modern and contemporary art exhibitions in a striking building at Salford Quays.
Working community museum preserving one of Manchester’s earliest surviving passenger railway stations with displays on rail history.
Revived waterside district with modern architecture, public art, event spaces and broad promenades for an easy urban stroll.
Historic landscaped park with woodland, lakes and open lawns. It is ideal for walks and a calmer escape close to Eccles.
Contemporary neighbourhood around studios, plazas and the waterfront, popular for walking, views and seeing modern Greater Manchester.
A flaky currant-filled pastry first baked in Eccles in the late 18th century. It is the town’s best-known food and a classic Greater Manchester treat.
A steamed suet pudding filled with beef and onions, long associated with north-west England and commonly eaten in pubs around Greater Manchester.
Black pudding from nearby Bury is a seasoned blood sausage often served at breakfast. It is a staple Greater Manchester speciality with strong local identity.
Long-established local bakery and café best known for Eccles cakes, pastries and simple lunches. Ideal for trying the town’s signature bake.
Smart Indian restaurant serving curries, grills and biryanis in a polished yet friendly atmosphere popular with local diners.
Traditional pub by the canal known for cask ales and hearty British dishes in a relaxed historic setting.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and local transport are fairly priced, while accommodation nearby in Greater Manchester can raise overall trip costs versus smaller towns.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is typical if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and tipping in cafés is optional.
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Eccles Interchange -> Manchester Victoria
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Eccles 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Liverpool to Eccles trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Patricroft station pair, with some services arriving at Eccles (Manchester). Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Eccles 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.
Edge Hill is 2 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Edge Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Food and drink options are available at Edge Hill.
Ticket office support is available at Edge Hill.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edge Hill: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edge Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station. Access to the station is via a hundred metre cobbled street slope or uneven pavement down to the ticket office. Platform 1 - has level access for train to Manchester Victoria, St Helens, Wigan, Preston and Warrington Bank Quay. Platform 2 - has level access for trains to Liverpool from Crewe/ Manchester Airport via Newton-le-Willows Platform 3 - down 20 steps to level under-pass and then up 20 steps to the platform for trains to Warrington Central and Manchester Piccadilly. Platform 4 - down 20 steps to level under-pass and then up 20 steps to the platform for trains to Liverpool from Manchester Oxford Road via Warrington (Stations), 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.
Broad Green is 5 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Broad Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Broad Green.
Ticket office support is available at Broad Green.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Broad Green: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Broad Green: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Broad Green: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, To Liverpool platform : level access from street level. To Wigan platform via footpath from Seymour Road or Jubilee Avenue from ticket office under road bridge and first left, 500 metres. Or via underpass 32 steps level under the track then 30 steps, 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.
Patricroft is 1 km from Eccles city centre. Public transport options include:
Patricroft has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Patricroft.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Patricroft: Parking.
Available at Patricroft: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Patricroft: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, Services towards Manchester: From Green Lane access through an underpass (17 paces) and up 38 steps onto the platform. Services Towards Liverpool : From Green Lane, up 40 steps onto the platform, 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.
Eccles (Manchester) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Eccles (Manchester).
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Eccles (Manchester): Parking.
Available at Eccles (Manchester): Bike Parking.
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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