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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Liverpool is to train which takes 36 min and costs £4 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Liverpool?

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

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Liverpool?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Liverpool?

The distance between Manchester and Liverpool is 31 miles. The road distance is 34.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Liverpool without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs £4 - £22.

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

The train from Manchester Victoria to Liverpool Lime Street takes 36 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Liverpool bus from?

Manchester to Liverpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Liverpool train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Liverpool?

The best way to get from Manchester to Liverpool is to train which takes 36 min and costs £4 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £23 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Manchester to Liverpool bus arrive?

Manchester to Liverpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edge Hill Station.

Where does the Manchester to Liverpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Liverpool?

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

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

Book your Manchester to Liverpool train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Liverpool?

There are 2108+ hotels available in Liverpool.

Can I share a ride from Manchester to Liverpool?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Liverpool 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 Manchester Victoria to Liverpool Lime StreetNewcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
36 min
£4–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Edge Hill StationUk072
1h 25m
£4–23
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Liverpool33.2 mi
54 min
£4
Drive 33.9 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Liverpool33.9 mi
41 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Liverpool33.9 mi
41 min
£110–140

Manchester to Liverpool by train

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Distance: 31.2 mi
Duration: 36 min

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Liverpool Lime Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–22 and the journey takes 36 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Edge Hill Station hourly. Tickets cost £4–11 and the journey takes 1h 25m. National Express also services this route hourly.

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