Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadilly Trains From £3.20*

Travel from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadilly in approximately 52 minutes with TransPennine Express trains. 

TransPennine Express runs direct trains from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadilly, passing through key towns like Warrington, with views of the Mersey Valley countryside along the way. TransPennine Express offers services across the North of England and into Scotland. Key destinations include Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds, York, Newcastle and Edinburgh.

Departing from Liverpool Lime Street

Liverpool Lime Street station is located in the heart of Liverpool, only a few minutes away from key city attractions like St George’s Hall and the Liverpool Empire Theatre. It's easily accessible by local buses, taxis and Merseyrail services via the nearby Liverpool Central and Lime Street Low Level stations.

Lime Street offers direct train services to major destinations such as Manchester, London Euston, Birmingham, Leeds and Newcastle. The station is served by several key train operators, including Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway and London Northwestern Railway.

Main stops

When you’re travelling from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadilly, you’ll stop at various places along the way. This includes Liverpool South Parkway, Warrington West, Warrington Central and Manchester Oxford Road.

With Northern, you’ll stop at Edge Hill, Watertree Technology Park, Broad Green, Roby, St Helens Junction, Deansgate and Manchester Oxford Road, among others.

Arriving at Manchester Piccadilly 

Manchester Piccadilly is the city's main railway station. It’s located in the heart of Manchester, just a short walk from the city centre and tram, bus and taxi services. From Manchester Piccadilly, you can catch direct train services to London Euston, Birmingham, Liverpool, Sheffield and Leeds. 

The station is served by major train operators such as Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express and CrossCountry.

There’s lots to see and do nearby, including Northern Quarter's vibrant shops and cafes, the Manchester Art Gallery, and the famous Canal Street, all of which are within walking distance.

TransPennine Express train classes 

• Standard Class: Standard Class on TransPennine Express offers comfortable seating, onboard Wi-Fi and power sockets on most services. Railcard holders can buy cheap train tickets, making Standard Class an affordable option. 
• First Class: Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadilly First Class is available on selected TransPennine Express services and offers more space and upgraded seating. Complimentary refreshments are included on some routes, creating a more relaxed and premium travel experience. 

TransPennine Express train travel advice

TransPennine Express offers a fully equipped service from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Picadilly, including:

• Luggage - TransPennine Express offers luggage space on trains, so you can travel with multiple suitcases between Liverpool and Manchester.
• Bicycles - Bikes are welcome on TransPennine Express services, though spaces are limited.
• Children - Children under 5 travel free with a paying adult on all TransPennine Express services. Kids aged 5 to 15 get half-price fares, and railcards allow you to buy cheap train tickets to travel as a family.
• Pets - Up to two pets per passenger can travel free on TransPennine Express trains. Dogs must be on a lead, and smaller animals should be in carriers.
• Passenger Assistance - Travellers who need extra support can book assistance in advance for help at stations and onboard.

Northern Railway has direct trains running Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadilly, offering views of suburban towns and stretches of open countryside along the way. Northern Railway is the main regional train operator in the North of England, serving a wide network across Merseyside, Greater Manchester, Yorkshire, Lancashire and the North East. 

Northern Railway train classes 

• Standard Class: Standard Class on Northern Railway is comfortable, with spacious seating, Wi-Fi and power sockets on most trains. If you have a railcard, you can buy cheap train tickets and travel between Liverpool and Manchester affordable.
• First Class: Northern does not offer First Class on its trains.

Northern train travel advice

Here’s everything you need to know about choosing Northern Railway for your journey from Liverpool to Manchester.       

• Luggage - Northern provides storage areas for luggage, including racks for larger bags and space under the seats for smaller items. Northern encourages passengers to be mindful of space.
• Bicycles - Bikes are welcome on Northern services, but space is limited and offered on a first come, first served basis. If you can, reserve a space in advance.
• Children - Children under 5 travel free with a paying adult on Northern trains, and those aged between 5 and 15 can get half-price tickets. If you have a railcard, you can buy cheap train tickets to travel as a family.
• Pets - Northern allows up to two pets per passenger, and these can travel free of charge. Dogs must be kept on a lead, and smaller animals should be carried in a carrier. 
• Passenger Assistance - Travellers who need help can lean on Northern Railway, which offers help at stations and onboard trains.  

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