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Liverpool to Manchester Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Liverpool to Manchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$2.79, with average prices for this route around AU$9.88.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

  • Sun, Sep 7
    From AU$5.58
  • Mon, Sep 8
    From AU$4.65
  • Tue, Sep 9
    From AU$5.58
  • Wed, Sep 10
    From AU$3.31
  • Thu, Sep 11
    From AU$3.31
  • Fri, Sep 12
    From AU$5.58
  • Sat, Sep 13
    From AU$2.79
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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17:20
Liverpool Lime Street
18:07
Manchester Oxford Road
47m, DirectTransPennine Express
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17:51
Liverpool Lime Street
18:38
Manchester Oxford Road
47m, DirectEast Midlands Railway
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17:52
Liverpool Lime Street
18:28
Manchester Victoria
36m, DirectTransPennine Express
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18:20
Liverpool Lime Street
19:07
Manchester Oxford Road
47m, DirectTransPennine Express
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18:25
Liverpool Lime Street
19:34
Deansgate
1h 9m, DirectNorthern
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18:30
Liverpool Lime Street
19:24
Paris
54m, DirectNorthern
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Liverpool to Manchester Train Route Details

First train
First train
08:11
Last train
Last train
23:30
Departure station
Departure station
Liverpool
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester
Journey time
Journey time
31m
Distance
Distance
32 miles
Price
Price
AU$2.79*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Liverpool to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Liverpool to Manchester 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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about 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 to Manchester, 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Liverpool to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Liverpool to Manchester train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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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%.