Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street Trains From £3.80*

TransPennine Express operates a direct service between Manchester Oxford Road and Liverpool Lime Street, with trains running frequently throughout the day for a journey taking just 50 minutes in total. After leaving Manchester city centre, the train heads through the suburbs before skirting the edge of Chat Moss. As you approach Liverpool, you’ll be greeted by views of the city skyline and the River Mersey.

TransPennine Express runs an extensive intercity network across the North of England and into Scotland, connecting cities including Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, York, Newcastle and Edinburgh. 

Departing from Manchester Oxford Road

Manchester Oxford Road Station is located on Oxford Street, right in the heart of Manchester city centre. It’s within walking distance of major landmarks like the University of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan University and the Palace Theatre. The station is easily accessible by foot, bus and tram connections from nearby St Peter’s Square or Deansgate-Castlefield Metrolink stops. 

From Manchester Oxford Road Station, you can catch direct trains to Liverpool Lime Street, Leeds, Sheffield, Blackpool North, Chester and Manchester Airport, provided by Northern Railway, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway (EMR).

Main stops

The main stops on TransPennine Express trains include Irlam, Birchwood, Warrington Central, Warrington West and Liverpool South Parkway.

With Northern Railway, you’ll stop at Chassen Road, Irlam, Glazebrook, Birchwood, Padgate, Warrington Central, West Allerton, Mossley Hill and Edge Hill, among others.

Arriving at Liverpool Lime Street

You’ll find Liverpool Lime Street in the centre of the city, located a few minutes’ walk from iconic landmarks like St George’s Hall and the Empire Theatre. With wheelchair access, lifts and help points, it's designed for easy navigation. 

As a main railway station in the North West, Liverpool Lime Street provides direct services to Manchester, Leeds, London, Birmingham, Newcastle, Norwich, Sheffield and Nottingham. These services are provided by Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern and London Northwestern Railway.

As you venture outside the station, you'll find city highlights such as St George’s Hall, the Walker Art Gallery, the World Museum, and the Liverpool ONE shopping district. The historic waterfront at the Royal Albert Dock, home to the Beatles Story and Tate Liverpool, is also within easy reach.

TransPennine Express train classes 

• Standard Class: You can travel in Standard Class with TransPennine Express between Manchester Oxford Road and Liverpool Lime Street. The journey is comfortable, with most services including free Wi-Fi, comfortable seating and charging points. You can buy cheap train tickets by using a valid railcard and by booking in advance.
• First Class: Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street First Class is available on some TransPennine Express trains. A First Class seat gives you extra legroom, more spacious seating, and complimentary refreshments on some services. 

TransPennine Express train travel advice

Travelling with TransPennine Express? Here’s everything you need to know to make your journey a comfortable one:

• Luggage - TransPennine Express allows you to bring luggage free of charge, with storage options for large suitcases. 
• Bicycles - Bicycles, including folding and electric bikes, are allowed on TransPennine Express services, though bike spaces are limited. Advance reservations are recommended where possible.
• Children - Children under 5 can travel between Manchester and Liverpool for free with a paying adult, and those aged 5 to 15 can receive 50% off standard fares. Family and child railcards are accepted across all three operators.
• Pets - You’re allowed to bring up to two pets on board at no extra cost. Dogs must remain on a lead, and smaller animals should be kept in a secure pet carrier. 
• Passenger Assist - TransPennine Express offers services for travellers who need help with boarding, luggage or accessibility support. 

Northern Railway provides direct services between Manchester Oxford Road and Liverpool Lime Street. Departing from the heart of Manchester city centre, the route goes through suburbs and into a more industrial, urban environment. As you near Liverpool, the skyline of the city and the River Mersey signal your arrival.

Northern Railway operates one of the largest local rail networks in Northern England, running frequent services across the likes of Greater Manchester, Mer­seyside, Lancashire and Yorkshire. 

Northern Railway train classes 

• Standard Class: You can travel in Standard Class with Northern Railway between Manchester Oxford Road and Liverpool Lime Street, and enjoy a comfortable journey. The operator boasts comfortable seating, charging points and Wi-Fi. You can buy cheap train tickets using a railcard.
• First Class: There’s no First Class option with Northern Railway trains.

Northern Railway train travel advice

Here’s what you can expect when you travel between Manchester and Liverpool on a Northern Railway train: 

• Luggage - Northern allows luggage on board, but the operator encourages passengers to travel light due to limited space.
• Bicycles - Bicycles are allowed on Northern services, though spaces are limited. Advance reservations are recommended where possible, especially if your bike doesn’t fold down.
• Children - Children under 5 can travel between Manchester and Liverpool for free on Northern trains, and kids aged between 5 to 15 enjoy reduced fares. There’s also various family and child railcards to reduce the cost of travel even more.
• Pets - You can bring up to two pets on board Northern trains at no extra cost, but dogs must be on a lead and smaller animals need to be in a carrier.
• Passenger Assist - Northern offers help to passengers who need help with boarding, luggage or accessibility support at either end of the journey.

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