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 26 Nov

Cheapest price

£5

Average price

£9

Fastest journey

44 m

Average duration

47 m

Trains per day

86

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 £5.

Fast trains

Of the 86 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 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)Y01752
18:461h09
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
19:55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£51One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)Y01803
19:461h09
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
20:55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£51One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)Y04630
07:461h09
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
08:55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£61One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)Y04603
10:461h09
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
11:55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£61One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)Y01801
21:461h10
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
22:56Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£61One-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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Coach

£7

Average Price

Cheapest

£8

Average Price

1h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

50m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 59m

Average total duration

1h 29m

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Northern Rail (3)

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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 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 04:29
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
northern_railY03004
On time
05:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h55
06:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC2714406:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h50
07:01 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railW48081
On time
06:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h55
07:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC2714007:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
08:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY05942+transpennine_expressC27038
On time
07:13 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h19
08:32 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
east_midlands_railwayY0753407:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
08:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY04630
On time
07:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
08:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY0305707:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h55
08:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC26859 · C2720608:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
08:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
transpennine_expressC2713608:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
09:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY0753608:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
09:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY04599
On time
08:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
09:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY03019
On time
08:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h55
09:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC26853 · C27203
On time
09:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
09:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
transpennine_expressC2713109:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
10:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY0754209:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
10:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY04616
On time
09:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
10:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY03003
On time
09:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h55
10:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC26847 · C2720010:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
10:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
transpennine_expressC27125
On time
10:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
11:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY0754410:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
11:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY0460310:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
11:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY03002
On time
10:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h55
11:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27269 · C26363
On time
11:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
11:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
transpennine_expressC27119
On time
11:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
12:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY0754711:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
12:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY0465411:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
12:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY0020711:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
12:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27266 · C26360
On time
12:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
12:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
transpennine_expressC27113
On time
12:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
13:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY0755012:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
13:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY04597
On time
12:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
13:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY0657712:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
13:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27260 · C2635713:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
13:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
transpennine_expressC27107
On time
13:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
14:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY0755313:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
14:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY04648
On time
13:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
14:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY0655013:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h55
14:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27254 · C2635414:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
14:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
transpennine_expressC27101
On time
14:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
15:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY0755514:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
15:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY0178414:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
15:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY0021714:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h55
15:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27248 · C26351
On time
15:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
15:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
transpennine_expressC2709515:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
16:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY0755815:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
16:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY01804
On time
15:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
16:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY0022315:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h55
16:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27242 · C26348
On time
16:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
16:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
transpennine_expressC27089
On time
16:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
17:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY00925+transpennine_expressC26989
On time
16:13 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h18
17:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
east_midlands_railwayY07560
On time
16:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
17:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY01805
On time
16:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
17:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY0305316:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h55
17:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27236 · C26345
On time
17:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
17:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
transpennine_expressC27083
On time
17:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
18:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY0130817:13 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h19
18:32 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY00913+transpennine_expressC2698417:13 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h20
18:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
east_midlands_railwayY07563
On time
17:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
18:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY0178717:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
18:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railW4810717:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h55
18:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27227 · C26342
On time
18:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h57
18:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
transpennine_expressC27077
On time
18:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h53
19:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY07566
On time
18:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
19:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY01752
On time
18:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
19:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY03016
On time
18:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h55
19:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27071
On time
19:10 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h50
20:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY07569
On time
19:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h48
20:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY01803
On time
19:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
20:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55499+transpennine_expressC2697219:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h44
20:32 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
northern_railY00787
On time
19:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
20:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27279 · C26336
On time
20:02 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h54
20:56 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 change
transpennine_expressC27065
On time
20:10 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h50
21:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
east_midlands_railwayY07571
On time
20:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
21:30 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY01758
On time
20:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h09
21:55 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transport_for_walesG55475+transpennine_expressC2696720:48 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h45
21:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
northern_railW4806320:57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h56
21:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27059
On time
21:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
22:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY01801
On time
21:46 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h10
22:56 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railW48074
On time
21:58 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h54
22:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27053
On time
22:11 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h49
23:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY01783
On time
22:47 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h17
00:04 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC2647923:14 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
0h53
00:07 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY01770
On time
23:28 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h16
00:44 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC26548
On time
23:45 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
1h08
00:53 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 27 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.

There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 49m.

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
27
Direct trains
23
Fastest train
49m
First train
05:32
Last train
22:32
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, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsNorthern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains 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 (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
£3
Northern Rail (3) frequency
12 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 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
£6
East Midlands Trains frequency
6 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

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
1h 46m
Cheapest Price
£19
TransPennine Express frequency
10 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

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

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
£25
first_transpennine_express frequency
12 a day

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
48m
Cheapest Price
£22
east_midlands_trains frequency
11 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 train distance from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is 49 km.
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.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street. The journey takes 49m and covers 49 km. Trains run 27 times per day.
The train journey from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) covers a distance of 49 km and takes approximately 49m. Trains run 27 per day.
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 first train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 5:32.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is by train, costing approximately £3.
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.
The last train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) departs at 22:32.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV). The service operates 23 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run approximately 27 times per day.
To get from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
There is no night train service 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
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)
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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