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Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Central Zone Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Central Zone? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $3.65, with average prices for this route around $5.21. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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00:18
Liverpool Lime Street
01:14
Manchester Central Zone
56m, DirectTransPennine Express
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19:54
Liverpool Lime Street
23:28
Manchester Central Zone
3h 34m, Changes requiredTransPennine Express
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21:47
Liverpool Lime Street
23:25
Manchester Central Zone
1h 38m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales
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22:01
Liverpool Lime Street
23:32
Manchester Central Zone
1h 31m, DirectNorthern
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22:20
Liverpool Lime Street
23:48
Manchester Central Zone
1h 28m, DirectTransPennine Express
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22:54
Liverpool Lime Street
23:55
Paris
1h 1m, DirectTransPennine Express
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Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Central Zone Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:18
Last train
Last train
23:36
Departure station
Departure station
Liverpool Lime Street
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester Central Zone
Journey time
Journey time
56m
Distance
Distance
32 miles
Price
Price
$3.65*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Central Zone

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Central Zone during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Central Zone, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Central Zone ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Central Zone more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Central Zone Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.