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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester Central to Liverpool is to rideshare which costs £4 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester Central to Liverpool is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester Central and Liverpool?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Central Coach Station station and arriving at Liverpool, Liverpool One. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester Central and Liverpool?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Manchester Central to Liverpool?

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

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

The best way to get from Manchester Central to Liverpool without a car is to train via Manchester Oxford Road which takes 1h and costs £2 - £21.

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

The train from Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street takes 49 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Manchester Central to Liverpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

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

Manchester Central to Liverpool train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Manchester Central to Liverpool?

The best way to get from Manchester Central to Liverpool is to train via Manchester Oxford Road which takes 1h and costs £2 - £21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £12 and takes 1h 53m.

Where does the Manchester Central to Liverpool bus arrive?

Manchester Central to Liverpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Manchester Central to Liverpool train arrive?

Manchester Central to Liverpool train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Manchester Central to Liverpool?

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

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

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

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Where can I stay near Liverpool?

There are 2133+ hotels available in Liverpool.

Can I share a ride from Manchester Central to Liverpool?

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

Manchester Central to Liverpool - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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

Train via Manchester Oxford Road
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
1h
£2–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 171 / ...
1h 53m
£4–12
Drive 32.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester Central to Liverpoolcar 32.7 mi
38 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester Central to Liverpooltaxi 32.7 mi
38 min
£100–130
Train
1. Take the train from Deansgate to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Manchester Oxford Road - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
1h 2m
£4–18
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Liverpoolrideshare 33.2 mi
1h
£4

Manchester Central to Liverpool by foot and train

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Distance: 34.4 mi
Duration: 1h

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £5–21 and the journey takes 49 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One hourly. Tickets cost £4–12 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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