What is the cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Manchester is to rideshare which costs £4 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Liverpool to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Manchester is to train which takes 34 min and costs £4 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Edge Hill Station station and arriving at Shudehill Interchange. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Manchester Victoria. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Liverpool to Manchester?

The distance between Liverpool and Manchester is 31 miles. The road distance is 33.9 miles.

How do I travel from Liverpool to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs £4 - £21.

How long does it take to get from Liverpool to Manchester?

The train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoria takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Manchester bus from?

Liverpool to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edge Hill Station.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Manchester train from?

Liverpool to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Liverpool to Manchester?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Manchester is to train which takes 34 min and costs £4 - £21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £23 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Liverpool to Manchester bus arrive?

Liverpool to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Liverpool to Manchester train arrive?

Liverpool to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Manchester is 34 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Liverpool to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Liverpool to Manchester?

Book your Liverpool to Manchester train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Liverpool to Manchester?

Book your Liverpool to Manchester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3473+ hotels available in Manchester.

Can I share a ride from Liverpool to Manchester?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Liverpool and Manchester. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Liverpool to Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Liverpool to Manchester by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester VictoriaLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
34 min
£4–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edge Hill Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk072
1h 25m
£4–23
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Liverpool to Manchester33.2 mi
54 min
£4
Drive 33.7 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Manchester33.7 mi
41 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Liverpool to Manchester33.7 mi
41 min
£110–140

Liverpool to Manchester by train

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Distance: 31.2 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Liverpool, England and Manchester, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoria every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–21 and the journey takes 34 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Edge Hill Station to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £4–11 and the journey takes 1h 25m. National Express also services this route hourly.

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