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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Manchester docks is to bus which costs £5 - £14 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Manchester docks is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Manchester docks?

No, there is no direct bus from Liverpool to Manchester docks. However, there are services departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Henry Street via Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Manchester docks?

No, there is no direct train from Liverpool to Manchester docks. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Trafford Bar via Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Liverpool to Manchester docks?

The distance between Liverpool and Manchester docks is 35 miles. The road distance is 32.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Liverpool to Manchester docks without a car is to train and tram which takes 1h 7m and costs £6 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Liverpool to Manchester docks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Manchester docks bus from?

Liverpool to Manchester docks bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Manchester docks train from?

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

Where does the Liverpool to Manchester docks bus arrive?

Liverpool to Manchester docks bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Liverpool to Manchester docks train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Liverpool to Manchester docks?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Manchester docks is 33 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Liverpool to Manchester docks.

Where can I stay near Manchester docks?

There are 3505+ hotels available in Manchester docks.

Liverpool to Manchester docks - 6 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Liverpool to Manchester docks by train, tram, bus, 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, tram
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoriatrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the tram from Victoria to Trafford Bartram Navy Line / ...
1h 7m
£7–23
Bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2h 18m
£4–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk072
2h 7m
£6–14
Drive 32.7 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Manchester dockscar 32.7 mi
38 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Liverpool to Manchester dockstaxi 32.7 mi
38 min
£100–130
Train, tram via Piccadilly
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Pomonatram Blue Line
1h 12m
£5–23

Liverpool to Manchester docks by train, tram, and foot

298Weekly Services

1h 7mAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Liverpool to Manchester docks.

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Distance: 34.5 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £3–11 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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