Trains from Manchester to Liverpool

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TodayApr 26
from $8
TomorrowApr 27
from $8
SunApr 28
from $7
MonApr 29
from $6
TueApr 30
from $6
WedMay 1
from $5
ThuMay 2
from $5
FriMay 3

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Oxford Road
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Liverpool
    Destination location: Liverpool South Parkway
    Operated by: NorthernNorthern
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $8
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Oxford Road
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Liverpool
    Destination location: Liverpool Lime Street
    Operated by: East Midlands RailwayEast Midlands Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $8
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Deansgate
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Liverpool
    Destination location: Huyton
    Operated by: NorthernNorthern
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $13
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Oxford Road
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Liverpool
    Destination location: Liverpool South Parkway
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $15
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Oxford Road
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Liverpool
    Destination location: Liverpool South Parkway
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $33
Train Manchester to Liverpool: Trip Overview

Train Manchester to Liverpool: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$9
Average train trip duration40m
Number of daily trains36
Earliest train departure7:00 AM
Distance31 miles (49 km)
Latest train departure11:41 PM
Please note, this information is subject to change.
Train Companies

Train Companies

Northern Manchester Liverpool recent customer reviews

New to Manchester. Very poor signage to Deansgate station so missed the train. Very stressful.

Michael S.August 6, 2023

East Midlands Railway Manchester Liverpool recent customer reviews

Train on time, free seat, it was just good.

Petr J.October 7, 2023

Manchester to Liverpool Trains

Information on this train trip

Daily Trains36
Earliest and Latest Train Departures7:00AM - 11:41PM
Minimum Price$5
Average Ticket Price$9
Minimum Trip Duration30m
Average Train Trip Duration40m
Distance31 miles (49 km)
Train Companies on This RouteNorthern, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Manchester - Liverpool

The average train ticket price from Manchester to Liverpool is $9. The best way to find train tickets from Manchester to Liverpool is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

A train trip between Manchester and Liverpool is around 40m, although the fastest train will take about 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 31 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Manchester to Liverpool can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 36. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Manchester to Liverpool by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the train from Manchester to Liverpool, you can travel comfortably and safely with Northern, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway.

Once in Liverpool, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Mendips - John Lennon Home, Another Place, Tate Liverpool, Knowsley Safari Park, Pier Head.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04/24
$5
04/25
No data
Today
$5
04/27
No data
04/28
$5
04/29
$11
04/30
No data
05/01
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The cheapest trip from Manchester to Liverpool was searched and found on Apr 26, 2024 with a price of $5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Liverpool, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $5 to $24 for a train ticket from Manchester to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2024-04-28.

Usually RDG_EAST_MIDLANDS_RAILWAY will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

There are many train stations in the world, check it station pages on Busbud to get all information you need.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Liverpool you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Manchester and Liverpool, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Manchester to Liverpool, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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Train from Liverpool to Manchester

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