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 £6 - £12 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 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

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 Pomona via Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Liverpool to Manchester docks?

The distance between Liverpool and Manchester docks is 34 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 11m and costs £10 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m 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 FlixBus, 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 FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 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 3580+ hotels available in Manchester docks.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Liverpool to Manchester docks by train, tram, bus, car, or taxi

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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 Pomonatram Red Line
1h 11m
£10–21
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk074 / ...
2h 7m
£6–11
Drive 32.7 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Manchester dockscar 32.7 mi
38 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Liverpool to Manchester dockstaxi 32.7 mi
38 min
£60–75
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 Yellow Line
1h 15m
£11–25
Bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2h 15m
£9–14

Liverpool to Manchester docks by bus and foot

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Distance: 33.5 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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