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

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

Showing times and prices for 27 May

Cheapest price

£4

Average price

£9

Fastest journey

41 m

Average duration

44 m

Trains per day

85

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 85 trains that leave Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) every day 68 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 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 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 RailP24207
    13:461h09
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    14:55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailP24210
    14:461h09
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    15:55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG86141
    13:570h56
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    14:53Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG86154
    14:570h56
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    15:53Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayC21591
    14:410h48
    Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
    15:29Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £51One-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 train with prices starting from £3. 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 train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £4.

Distance: 49 km

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2h 0m

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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 26 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayC21809
On time
17:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
18:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		0 changesdirect
Northern RailP2419117:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
18:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8617317:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
18:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24637 · C24972
Delayed
17:10 18:02Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
18:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84708
On time
18:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
19:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21595
Delayed
18:00 18:41Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
18:43 18:43Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		0 changesdirect
Northern RailP2419318:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
19:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8617818:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
19:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84714
On time
19:10 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h50
20:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC21803
Delayed
19:01 19:41Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
19:43 19:43Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		0 changesdirect
Northern RailP2419519:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
20:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG86182
On time
19:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
20:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG16001 · C2497920:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
20:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8472020:10 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h50
21:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC04474
On time
20:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
21:30 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		0 changesdirect
Northern RailP2419820:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
21:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8613320:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
21:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8472721:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
22:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24202
On time
21:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
22:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84734
On time
22:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
23:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24205
On time
22:47 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h12
23:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84738
On time
23:14 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h41
23:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressTP34530023:25 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h46
1:11 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG86156
On time
23:32 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
0:28 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		0 changesdirect
Wednesday 27 May
Transport for WalesW45111+Northern RailG861204:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h33
6:21 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transport for WalesG38386+Transpennine ExpressW847615:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h43
6:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG861315:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
6:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW846436:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h50
7:01 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP241876:32 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h20
7:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38390+Transpennine ExpressW847666:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h44
7:32 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG861496:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h55
7:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW846467:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
8:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC044367:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
8:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP241897:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
8:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG861597:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
8:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG15897 · G160188:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
8:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW846518:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
9:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC044398:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
9:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP241928:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
9:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG861658:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
9:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG15896 · C249459:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
9:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW846569:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
10:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC044449:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
10:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP241949:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
10:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG861709:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
10:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24590 · G1601310:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
10:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8466110:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
11:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2180410:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
11:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP2419710:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
11:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8617610:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
11:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24597 · C2495211:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
11:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8466711:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
12:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2181211:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
12:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP2420011:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
12:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8618111:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
12:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG16000 · C2495412:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
12:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8467312:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
13:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2159012:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
13:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP2420412:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
13:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8612212:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
13:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24608 · G1590713:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
13:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8468013:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
14:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2181113:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
14:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP2420713:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
14:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8614113:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
14:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG16023 · G1592214:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
14:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8468614:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
15:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2159114:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
15:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP2421014:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
15:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8615414:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
15:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24619 · G1590015:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
15:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8469215:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
16:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2181015:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
16:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP2421115:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
16:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8616315:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
16:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG16020 · C2496516:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
16:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8469716:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
17:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC2159316:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
17:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP2418816:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
17:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8616716:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
17:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24631 · C2496917:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
17:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW8470217:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
18:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89821+Transpennine ExpressG1588217:13 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h19
18:32 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailP2420117:15 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h17
18:32 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect

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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 20 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.

There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:41, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 48m.

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
£3
Trains per day
20
Direct trains
16
Fastest train
48m
First train
6:41
Last train
23:33
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
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, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsNorthern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from £3. 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 Duration
54m
Cheapest Price
£3
Northern Rail frequency
8 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 Duration
48m
Cheapest Price
£6
East Midlands Railway frequency
4 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
Learn more about East Midlands Railway

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
48m
Cheapest Price
£4
Transpennine Express frequency
8 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
Learn more about Transpennine Express

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 39m
Cheapest Price
£9
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

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
£27
TransPennine Express frequency
6 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 £3, while the average price tends to be around £7.
The train journey from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) covers a distance of 49 km and takes approximately 48m. Trains run 20 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 6:41.
The last train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) departs at 23:33.
Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run approximately 20 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 16 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, 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 £3.
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 48m 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)

Manchester
Liverpool
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.
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Address
Manchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
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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
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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)
Manchester Oxford RoadParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
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
address
Address
Manchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
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)

More options for your journey from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

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Return trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

Most popular trains to and from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
London Euston (EUS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
London Victoria (VIC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bath Spa (BTH) train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Leeds station (LDS) train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to London Paddington (PAD) train
London Kings Cross (KGX) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train
London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Glasgow Central (GLC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
London Paddington (PAD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to London Victoria (VIC) train
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Salford Crescent (SLD) train
London Liverpool Street (LST) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
London Bridge (LBG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to London Marylebone (MYB) train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to London Heathrow Airport train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool John Lennon Airport train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train
Stratford (London) (SRA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
London St Pancras International (STP) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Dundee station (DEE) train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Central (LVC) train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train
Birmingham International Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Airport train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Bradford Interchange (BDI) train
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to London Euston (EUS) train
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