Trains from Liverpool to Manchester

  • Lowest price from ≈ $7.77 £5.75
  • Average duration 46 min
  • Connections per day 24
  • Distance 50 km
  • CO₂ per person 1 kg

train from Liverpool to Manchester

The journey from Liverpool to Manchester is about 50 km. On average a train trip takes 46 min with 24 connections per day.

Lowest price ≈ $7.77 £5.75
Trip duration 46 min
Connections per day 24
Lowest price ≈ $7.77 £5.75
Highest price ≈ $27.08 £20.03
First departure 08:11 AM
Last departure 06:25 PM
Distance 50 km
Departure Liverpool
Arrival Manchester
Travel operator Transpennine Express, Northern Rail
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How much will I pay for train tickets from Liverpool to Manchester?

The cheapest train tickets from Liverpool to Manchester cost ≈ $7.77 (£5.75). On average, you can expect to spend around ≈ $21.24 (£15.71) for your train ticket. Virail will help you find a journey that fits your budget. You can expect prices to vary between different travel providers and methods of transport; often, faster journeys will cost more than slower routes. If your travel dates are flexible, you might be able to find cheaper train tickets, as prices may fluctuate a little from day to day. You may also find lower prices by booking at certain times of day, avoiding rush hour traffic. Another tip for travelers on a tight budget is to look for connecting journeys. Sometimes it can be cheaper to make a change or two along the way, rather than traveling on a direct route from Liverpool to Manchester.
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Prices will vary when you travel from Liverpool to Manchester. On average, though, you'll pay about ≈ $21.24 (£15.71) for a train ticket. If you're looking for a low price, you may need to prepare to spend more time in transit. You can also often find cheaper train tickets at particular times of day, or on certain days of the week. Of course, ticket prices often change during the year, too; expect to pay more in peak season. For the lowest prices, it's usually best to make your reservation in advance. Be careful, though, as many providers do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest train tickets.

How long does the journey from Liverpool to Manchester take by train?

With a distance of 50 km between Liverpool and Manchester, it will usually take 46 min to complete the journey. This average figure may vary from day to day. Delays could be caused by unexpected weather conditions, roadworks or construction, local events, or other unforeseen circumstances. Remember that your journey may take longer than 46 min. Make your plans with this in mind to avoid disappointment, particularly if you are traveling on a tight schedule. The journey between Liverpool and Manchester runs for about 50 km and usually takes approximately 46 min. However, this figure is an average and will vary according to a number of factors. Depending on the method of transport that you choose, you might be able to arrive in less time. The shortest time in which you can complete this journey is 34 min. If you are trying to get from Liverpool to Manchester as quickly as possible, look for express routes or non-stopping services. Direct routes are not always the fastest way to travel. At times, you may even find a quicker route that involves a connection in another city.

When do the first and last departures from Liverpool to Manchester leave?

In general, the first departure of the day will leave Liverpool at 08:11 AM, and the last departure will leave at 06:25 PM. However, it is important to remember that this is general information, and these journey times are not necessarily available every day. Timetables for each provider on the route from Liverpool to Manchester can change from day to day or month to month. In particular, many providers offer different schedules on weekdays and weekends. Public holidays, local events, and seasonal timetables can also cause schedules to change. If you prefer to travel at night, you will usually find the first departure from Liverpool to Manchester leaving at 08:11 AM. Although things may change depending on the day, in general the last departure of the night leaves at 06:25 PM.If you have some flexibility over the day on which you travel, you might find more options available to you. For example, some providers may only run early morning routes on weekdays, when people are traveling to work. You will often find fewer options available on weekends or public holidays.

Which stations can I use on the Liverpool to Manchester route?

In Liverpool, departure stations include . When you arrive in Manchester, you may be able to disembark at stations such as . Remember though that the exact stations served on each route can vary. Different providers may depart from and arrive at different stations. Furthermore, if you travel on an express service, the number of stations may be limited, and the exact stations served on a particular route may vary at different times of day or day of the week. Check in advance to ensure that you are departing from and arriving at a station that is convenient for your journey.

How many journeys from Liverpool to Manchester are there every day?

If you want to get from Liverpool to Manchester, you can travel with providers such as . You will find a maximum number of departures per day. On average, there are 24 departures per day. Book in advance to make sure that your journey will run smoothly and you depart at a time that suits you best. When you travel, you can look for direct journeys or other routes which offer connections and changes. On average, there are 24 direct journeys between Liverpool and Manchester. If you don't mind changing along the way, you may find more options available to you. There are usually 0 journeys with at least one change. These numbers may vary depending on the time of year or day of the week. Some travelers prefer direct routes, particularly if they are carrying heavy suitcases or concerned about missing a connection. Others enjoy the flexibility offered by connecting journeys. Whatever you prefer, Virail can help you find the right options to suit you. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from Liverpool to Manchester. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.

East Midlands Railway3.5 kg CO₂
16:51Liverpool - Lime St
47 min
17:38Manchester Oxford Road
≈ $5.72 BGN 9.65
direct
East Midlands Railway3.5 kg CO₂
17:51Liverpool - Lime St
47 min
18:38Manchester Oxford Road
≈ $5.72 BGN 9.65
direct
Northern Rail3.5 kg CO₂
17:30Liverpool - Lime St
54 min
18:24Deansgate
≈ $7.33 BGN 12.37
direct

Next departures from Liverpool to Manchester

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

TransPennine Express ≈ $7.27 £5.38
00:18 Liverpool - Lime St
31 min · direct
00:49 Manchester victoria
TransPennine Express ≈ $6.26 £4.63
05:54 Liverpool - Lime St
36 min · direct
06:30 Manchester victoria
Northern Rail ≈ $8.80 £6.51
06:00 Liverpool - Lime St
55 min · direct
06:55 Deansgate
TransPennine Express ≈ $6.60 £4.88
06:14 Liverpool - Lime St
53 min · direct
07:07 Manchester Oxford Road
Northern Rail ≈ $7.45 £5.51
06:17 Liverpool - Lime St
1h 15m · direct
07:32 Deansgate
East Midlands Railway ≈ $9.14 £6.76
06:49 Liverpool - Lime St
49 min · direct
07:38 Manchester Oxford Road
TransPennine Express ≈ $12.70 £9.39
06:55 Liverpool - Lime St
36 min · direct
07:31 Manchester victoria
Northern Rail ≈ $20.48 £15.15
07:00 Liverpool - Lime St
55 min · direct
07:55 Deansgate
Northern Rail ≈ $20.48 £15.15
08:03 Liverpool - Lime St
53 min · direct
08:56 Deansgate
TransPennine Express ≈ $12.70 £9.39
08:19 Liverpool - Lime St
48 min · direct
09:07 Manchester Oxford Road
Northern Rail ≈ $8.80 £6.51
08:22 Liverpool - Lime St
1h 11m · direct
09:33 Manchester Oxford Road
TransPennine Express ≈ $6.26 £4.63
08:54 Liverpool - Lime St
36 min · direct
09:30 Manchester victoria
Northern Rail ≈ $8.80 £6.51
09:01 Liverpool - Lime St
55 min · direct
09:56 Deansgate
TransPennine Express ≈ $6.94 £5.13
09:19 Liverpool - Lime St
48 min · direct
10:07 Manchester Oxford Road
Northern Rail ≈ $11.68 £8.64
09:22 Liverpool - Lime St
1h 11m · direct
10:33 Manchester Oxford Road
East Midlands Railway ≈ $6.94 £5.13
09:51 Liverpool - Lime St
46 min · direct
10:37 Manchester Oxford Road
TransPennine Express ≈ $6.60 £4.88
09:54 Liverpool - Lime St
37 min · direct
10:31 Manchester victoria
Northern Rail ≈ $8.80 £6.51
10:00 Liverpool - Lime St
55 min · direct
10:55 Deansgate
TransPennine Express ≈ $6.94 £5.13
10:19 Liverpool - Lime St
48 min · direct
11:07 Manchester Oxford Road
Northern Rail ≈ $20.48 £15.15
16:02 Liverpool - Lime St
54 min · direct
16:56 Deansgate
TransPennine Express ≈ $6.94 £5.13
16:19 Liverpool - Lime St
48 min · direct
17:07 Manchester Oxford Road
Northern Rail ≈ $7.45 £5.51
16:22 Liverpool - Lime St
1h 11m · direct
17:33 Manchester Oxford Road
Northern Rail ≈ $11.68 £8.64
16:30 Liverpool - Lime St
55 min · direct
17:25 Manchester victoria
East Midlands Railway ≈ $6.26 £4.63
16:51 Liverpool - Lime St
50 min · direct
17:41 Manchester Picadilly
East Midlands Railway ≈ $6.94 £5.13
16:51 Liverpool - Lime St
46 min · direct
17:37 Manchester Oxford Road
TransPennine Express ≈ $16.41 £12.14
16:54 Liverpool - Lime St
36 min · direct
17:30 Manchester victoria
Northern Rail ≈ $11.01 £8.14
17:00 Liverpool - Lime St
55 min · direct
17:55 Deansgate
TransPennine Express ≈ $6.60 £4.88
17:19 Liverpool - Lime St
48 min · direct
18:07 Manchester Oxford Road
Northern Rail ≈ $8.80 £6.51
17:22 Liverpool - Lime St
1h 11m · direct
18:33 Manchester Oxford Road
East Midlands Railway ≈ $6.26 £4.63
17:51 Liverpool - Lime St
46 min · direct
18:37 Manchester Oxford Road
TransPennine Express ≈ $6.26 £4.63
17:53 Liverpool - Lime St
36 min · direct
18:29 Manchester victoria
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Carriers on this route

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East Midlands Railway is a train operating company that provides passenger services across the East Midlands region of England. It was formed in 2019, taking over the franchise previously operated by East Midlands Trains. The company operates services on routes including London St Pancras to Sheffield, Nottingham to Liverpool, and Norwich to Liverpool. East Midlands Railway also operates local services within the East Midlands, connecting towns and cities such as Derby, Leicester, and Lincoln.
Northern is a train operating company that provides passenger services across the north of England. Northern is owned by Northern Trains Ltd, a division of "DOHL," the public sector holding company for the Department of Transportation. It is owned by Arriva UK Trains and operates over 2,500 services every weekday, serving cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, and Newcastle.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 3.5kg
bus 3.75kg
flight 10kg
carpool 8kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from Liverpool to Manchester?

The train journey between Liverpool and Manchester emits 3.5kg of CO₂.

How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between Liverpool and Manchester?

Taking the train between Liverpool and Manchester saves 6.5kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 0.25kg compared to the bus and 4.5kg compared to the car.

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