Liverpool to Eccles train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Eccles

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 30 Sept

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

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast trains

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.

  • Northern RailG89954
    14:000h47
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    14:47Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89949
    13:000h47
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    13:47Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayC04368+Northern RailG86163
    14:511h14
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    16:05Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
    £61One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands RailwayC04368+Mersey RailG30905+Northern RailG86163
    14:251h40
    Moorfields (MRF)
    16:05Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
    £61One-way
    2 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayC04368+Mersey RailG30902+Northern RailG86163
    14:101h55
    Moorfields (MRF)
    16:05Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)
    £61One-way
    2 changes

Live departures

Liverpool to Eccles train times

The 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.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailG8994913:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h47
13:47 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8995414:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h47
14:47 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04368+Mersey RailG30902+Northern RailG8616314:10 Moorfields (MRF)
1h55
16:05 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC04368+Northern RailG86163+Mersey RailG3090514:25 Moorfields (MRF)
1h40
16:05 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC04368+Northern RailG8616314:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h14
16:05 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)1 change
Northern RailG8995615:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h47
15:47 Eccles (Manchester) (ECC)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool to Eccles

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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.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
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
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4

Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express from Liverpool to Eccles trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool and Eccles from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
46m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£5
Northern Rail frequency
5 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

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
42m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£22
Transpennine Express frequency
1 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

Complete guide to Eccles

Things to do in Eccles

Discover the best of Eccles — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Eccles trip today.

  • Must visit

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.

  • Must visit

The Lowry

Waterside gallery showing major modern and contemporary art exhibitions in a striking building at Salford Quays.

  • Recommended

Manchester Liverpool Road Station

Working community museum preserving one of Manchester’s earliest surviving passenger railway stations with displays on rail history.

Pound sterling (£)

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.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

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.

FAQs: Liverpool to Eccles train

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Liverpool to Eccles can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The train journey from Liverpool to Eccles covers a distance of 43 km and takes approximately 42m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Liverpool to Eccles is 43 km.
The first train from Liverpool to Eccles leaves at 0:06.
The last train from Liverpool to Eccles departs at 23:48.
Trains from Liverpool to Eccles run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Liverpool to Eccles.
Yes, there is a direct train between Liverpool and Eccles. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Northern Rail.
There is no night train service from Liverpool to Eccles.
The train station in Liverpool that goes to Eccles is Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), and it arrives at Patricroft (PAT).
Booking trains from Liverpool to Eccles 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 to Eccles offers a mix of urban and industrial landscapes, with views of the River Mersey and glimpses of the countryside as you travel through the North West of England.
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool to Eccles.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Eccles

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.

Departure train stations in Liverpool
Arrival train stations in Eccles
Liverpool Lime StreetLime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
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.

Edge HillEdge Hill station, Tunnel Road, Edge Hill, Merseyside, L7 1AD+44 8002006060ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Edge Hill from Liverpool city centre

Edge Hill is 2 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Oxford Road, Liverpool Lime Street - Wigan North Western, Liverpool Lime Street - Warrington Central, Liverpool Lime Street - Preston, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Victoria, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Piccadilly · 3m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
Bus79 · 7m · £2 · every ~21 min
79 · 16m · £0.90 · every ~21 min

Edge Hill train station facilities and services

Edge Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Edge Hill.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Edge Hill.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Edge Hill: Parking, Taxis.

Accessibility

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 GreenBroad Green station, Bowring Park Road, Broad Green, Merseyside, L14 3NGParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Broad Green from Liverpool city centre

Broad Green is 5 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Oxford Road, Liverpool Lime Street - Wigan North Western, Liverpool Lime Street - Preston, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Victoria, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Piccadilly, Liverpool Lime Street - St Helens Central, Liverpool Lime Street - Leeds · 16m · £2 · every ~6 min
Bus7 · 27m · £2 · every ~7 min
7 · 34m · £2 · every ~7 min
204 · 51m · £2 · every ~3 min

Broad Green train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink options are available at Broad Green.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Broad Green.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Broad Green: Parking, Taxis.

Bike and car services

Available at Broad Green: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

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.

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