Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Showing times and prices for 25 Feb

Cheapest price

£4

Average price

£9

Fastest journey

44 m

Average duration

47 m

Trains per day

84

Distance

49 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.

Fast trains

Of the 84 trains that leave Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) every day 69 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .

The slowest trains will take 48 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 Rail (3)L07950
14:461h09
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
15:55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£41One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)Y25209
14:570h56
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
15:53Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£41One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)L09987
10:461h09
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
11:55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£41One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)Y25284
10:570h56
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
11:53Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£41One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)Y25052
15:570h56
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
16:53Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£41One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 £2.

Distance: 49 km

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£6

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£6

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Live departures

Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 07:25
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transpennine_expressL37261
Delayed
00:02 00:02Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
00:51 00:51Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayC52374
On time
07:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
08:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railL1000607:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
08:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY25282
On time
07:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
08:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36828 · L3721608:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
08:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
transpennine_expressL36550
On time
08:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
09:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY1243108:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
09:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railL0998408:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
09:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY25279
On time
08:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
09:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36834 · L37219
On time
09:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
09:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
transpennine_expressC43534
On time
09:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
10:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY1243609:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
10:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railL0999609:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
10:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY25287
On time
09:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
10:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36840 · L37222
On time
10:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
10:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36555
On time
10:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
11:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY1243810:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
11:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railL0998710:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
11:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY25284
On time
10:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
11:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36846 · L37225
On time
11:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
11:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
transpennine_expressC4354711:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
12:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY1244011:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
12:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railL10023
On time
11:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
12:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railL0670011:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
12:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36851 · L37228
On time
12:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
12:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
transpennine_expressC43554
On time
12:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
13:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY1244312:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
13:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railL09982
On time
12:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
13:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railL11508
On time
12:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
13:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36857 · L37231
On time
13:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
13:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36567
On time
13:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
14:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY1244613:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
14:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railL10018
On time
13:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
14:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY2523213:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
14:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36863 · L3723414:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
14:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
transpennine_expressL36570
On time
14:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
15:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY1244814:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
15:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railL07950
On time
14:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
15:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY25209
On time
14:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
15:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36869 · L37237
On time
15:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
15:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36575
On time
15:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
16:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY1245015:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
16:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railL0796615:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
16:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY25052
On time
15:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
16:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36875 · L3724016:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
16:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
transpennine_expressL36580
On time
16:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
17:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railL07292+transpennine_expressL36675
On time
16:13 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h18
17:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
east_midlands_railwayY1245216:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
17:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railL0796716:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
17:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY25277
On time
16:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
17:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36881 · L37243
On time
17:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
17:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
transpennine_expressL3658417:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
18:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railL07280+transpennine_expressL36681
On time
17:13 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h19
18:32 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
northern_railY2523917:15 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h17
18:32 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY1245517:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
18:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railL07952
On time
17:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
18:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY2510417:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
18:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36887 · L37246
On time
18:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
18:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36590
On time
18:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
19:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY1245718:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
19:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railL07924
On time
18:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
19:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY25285
On time
18:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
19:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC4359619:10 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h50
20:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY1245919:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
20:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railL0796519:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
20:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY2510519:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
20:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36896 · L37252
On time
20:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
20:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
transpennine_expressC43601
On time
20:10 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h50
21:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY1246120:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
21:30 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railL07929
On time
20:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
21:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY2507120:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
21:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC43608
On time
21:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
22:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railL0796321:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
22:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railL06162
On time
21:58 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h54
22:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC4361222:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
23:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railL07949
On time
22:47 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h17
00:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC4351523:14 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h53
00:07 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railL07937
On time
23:28 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h16
00:44 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
Wednesday 25 February
transport_for_walesAW774000+northern_railL07149
On time
04:53 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h28
06:21 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
northern_railY25286
On time
05:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
06:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC4352306:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h50
07:01 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railL0999306:32 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h20
07:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesL64225+transpennine_expressL36622
On time
06:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h44
07:32 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
northern_railY2523406:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h55
07:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL3654707:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
08:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect

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Northern Rail (3) as well as East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains and more offer trains services from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

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Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 24 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.

There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 33m.

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
50m
Cheapest ticket price
£2
Trains per day
24
Direct trains
20
Fastest train
33m
First train
06:32
Last train
23:32
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: Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsNorthern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

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
54m
Cheapest Price
£2
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 Trains

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
48m
Cheapest Price
£4
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

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
33m
Cheapest Price
£7
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

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 Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest Price
£8
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

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
48m
Cheapest Price
£16
east_midlands_trains frequency
10 a day

Northern Trains Limited

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

FAQs: Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) covers a distance of 49 km and takes approximately 33m. Trains run 24 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is 49 km.
The first train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 6:32.
The last train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) departs at 23:32.
Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run approximately 24 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV). The service operates 20 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express.
To get from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is by train, costing approximately £2.
Booking trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street offers a mix of urban and suburban views, with glimpses of the countryside and landmarks such as the Mersey River as you approach Liverpool, making it somewhat scenic.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street. The journey takes 33m and covers 49 km. Trains run 27 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

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The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Oxford Road. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Oxford Road for your trip from Manchester to Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
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ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
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  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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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  • Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: on Platform 4/5
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: on Platform 4/5
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)

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