Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoria Trains From £5.40*

Travel from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoria by train in just half an hour on TransPennine Express services.

From Liverpool to Manchester, take a fast, efficient train between these North West hotspots, with frequent services connecting the two cities until the last train at 23:30. On the route through Cheshire and Greater Manchester, you’ll reach your destination in unbeatable times and at affordable prices when you buy cheap train tickets in advance with TrainPal.

TransPennine Express is a major operator in North England and Scotland, running high-speed services between Leeds, Manchester, Liverpool, Edinburgh, and Glasgow.

Departing from Liverpool Lime Street

Known for the Beatles, football and majestic waterfront, Liverpool is one of the UK’s liveliest and most independent-minded cities. For Liverpudlians or anyone passing through the city who wants to get to Manchester, Liverpool Lime Street is a busy and well-equipped train station and an ideal departure point.

To start your journey, get to Liverpool Lime Street on a wide range of buses, which will drop you off at the main bus station a few minutes’ walk from the train station, or walk or cycle from the city centre (there is ample bike storage available at the station).

Liverpool Lime Street has an array of food counters and shops to browse while you wait to board the train to Manchester, as well as accessibility designs, including induction loop, accessible toilets, and step-free platform access. Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoria First Class passengers can relax in the First Class Lounge, which is open from 07:30 until 18:00 (Monday to Saturday), and from 10:00 on Sundays.

A nationally connected station, direct routes to cities like Glasgow, London, Newcastle, and Birmingham depart from Liverpool Lime Street, with the main operators calling at the station being West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, and Transport for Wales.

Main stops

From Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoria, the direct TransPennine Express train will typically call only at Lea Green, and Manchester Victoria. After you disembark, the service will continue to Hull.

Arriving at Manchester Victoria

Arriving at Manchester Victoria, you’ll be to the north of the city centre, right next to the AO Arena and a few minutes’ walk from the National Football Museum. 

For Liverpool to Manchester trains, you’ll be perfectly placed to attend top music and sporting events, as well as to access Green Quarter and the Northern Quarter. Or, to reach the city centre, walk for 15 minutes or hop onto one of several local bus and tram routes from Manchester Victoria. Bicycle hire is also available from outside Manchester Victoria Station.

At the station, there is step-free access to all platforms, as well as accessible toilets, light refreshments, and other essential amenities to make your arrival comfortable. 

From Manchester Victoria, services depart across the north of England, to major destinations like Leeds, Liverpool, Newcastle, Scarborough, Wigan, Redcar, and Chester. As well as TransPennine Express, the other operator calling regularly at Liverpool Lime Street is Northern (which manages the station).

TransPennine Express train classes

• Standard Class: Enjoy cheaper train travel from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoria when you book Standard Class tickets with TransPennine Express. Passengers get comfortable seats, access to power sockets, and free onboard Wi-Fi at an affordable price on direct routes between these major cities.
• First Class: For the most luxurious travel experience with TransPennine Express, buy Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoria First Class tickets, which come with spacious seats and a quieter environment, as well as complimentary food and drinks.

TransPennine Express train travel advice

• Pets: Travelling with animals? Each (human) passenger can bring two pets on TransPennine Express services at no extra charge, so long as they are kept on a lead or in a carrier throughout the journey.
• Luggage: Bring up to two larger bags onboard, storing them safely on dedicated luggage racks, plus one hand-held item that must fit in the overhead compartments.
• Bicycles: On TransPennine Express services, mandatory bike reservations must be made before you travel if you want to bring your two-wheeler from Liverpool to Manchester.
• Children: Up to two children under 5 travel free with an adult paying full fares, while those aged 5 to 15 can get 50% off most tickets. Add a Family & Friends Railcard to your booking to save even more on family days out.
• Passenger Assist: Whether it’s help with boarding trains, moving luggage, or navigating stations, the friendly TransPennine Express team will be happy to assist passengers who need extra support with their journey.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.