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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Trafford is to train which costs £4 - £20 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Trafford is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Trafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Liverpool to Trafford. However, there are services departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Westinghouse Road via Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Trafford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Eccles (Manchester). Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Liverpool to Trafford?

The distance between Liverpool and Trafford is 27 miles. The road distance is 31.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Liverpool to Trafford without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs £4 - £20.

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

The train from Liverpool Lime Street to Eccles (Manchester) takes 47 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Trafford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Trafford train from?

Liverpool to Trafford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Liverpool to Trafford?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Trafford is to train which takes 47 min and costs £4 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus and line 250 bus, which costs and takes 2h 12m.

Where does the Liverpool to Trafford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Liverpool to Trafford train arrive?

Liverpool to Trafford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Eccles (Manchester) station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to Trafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Trafford is 32 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Liverpool to Trafford.

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

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Where can I stay near Trafford?

There are 3685+ hotels available in Trafford.

Liverpool to Trafford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 250 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Liverpool to Trafford by train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Eccles (Manchester)train Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport / ...
47 min
£4–20
Bus, line 250 bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Street to Westinghouse Roadbus 250
2h 12m
Drive 31.4 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Traffordcar 31.4 mi
35 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Liverpool to Traffordtaxi 31.4 mi
35 min
£100–130
Line 7 bus, line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Jbus 7
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N to Ellesmere Circlebus 100
3h 13m

Liverpool to Trafford by train

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Distance: 27.3 mi
Duration: 47 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Eccles (Manchester) hourly. Tickets cost £4–20 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Westinghouse Road via Manchester Central Coach Station and Charlotte Street in around 2h 12m.

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