The average train between Livingston and Manchester takes 3h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Livingston to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Livingston and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 5:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Livingston is at 7:56 PM which arrives into Manchester at 11:21 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 49m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Livingston to Manchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Livingston to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Livingston station and arriving at Manchester station via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.
Livingston to Manchester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Haymarket station.
Livingston to Manchester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.
Book your Livingston to Manchester train tickets online with ScotRail and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Livingston and Manchester is 281.7 km. The road distance is 375 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Haymarket to Manchester Oxford Road every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 3h 4m.