The average train between Manchester and Waterloo (Merseyside) takes 1h 26m and the fastest train takes 1h 13m. There is an hourly train service from Manchester to Waterloo (Merseyside). 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 hourly between Manchester and Waterloo (Merseyside). The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Waterloo (Merseyside) at 6:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 27m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Manchester to Waterloo (Merseyside)? 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 Manchester to Waterloo (Merseyside). However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Waterloo (Merseyside) station via Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.
Manchester to Waterloo (Merseyside) train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.
Manchester to Waterloo (Merseyside) train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Waterloo (Merseyside) station.
Book your Manchester to Waterloo (Merseyside) train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Merseyrail and 2 other operators.
The distance between Manchester and Waterloo (Merseyside) is 52.2 km. The road distance is 64 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Waterloo (Merseyside) via Liverpool South Parkway in around 1h 20m.