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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Sefton is to bus and line 55 bus which costs £7 - £15 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Sefton is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Sefton?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Sefton. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Parkway via Liverpool, Liverpool One and The Metquarter. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Manchester to Sefton?

The distance between Manchester and Sefton is 39 miles. The road distance is 35.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Sefton without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £10 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Manchester to Sefton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Sefton bus from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Sefton?

The best way to get from Manchester to Sefton is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £10 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 55 bus, which costs £7 - £20 and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Manchester to Sefton bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Sefton?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Sefton is 35 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Manchester to Sefton.

Where can I stay near Sefton?

There are 2112+ hotels available in Sefton.

Manchester to Sefton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 55 bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Sefton 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 Manchester Victoria to Liverpool Lime StreetNewcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Old RoanLiverpool Central - Ormskirk / ...
1h 25m
£11–31
Train, line 55 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Lime StreetCleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from The Metquarter to Parkway55
1h 52m
£7–23
Bus, line 55 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One171 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Metquarter to Parkway55
2h 43m
£8–20
Drive 34.9 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Sefton34.9 mi
46 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Sefton34.9 mi
46 min
£75–95
Bus, line 55 bus #2
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool OneUk072
2. Take the bus from The Metquarter to Parkway55
2h 43m
£7–14

Manchester to Sefton by train, foot, and bus

216Weekly Services

1h 25mAverage Duration

£11Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Sefton.

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Distance: 39.2 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Victoria to Chapel Lane via Liverpool Lime Street, Liverpool Central, Old Roan, and Old Roan Station in around 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Parkway via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Queen Square Bus Station, and The Metquarter in around 2h 43m.

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