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Manchester to Liverpool Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:30
Last train
Last train
23:49
Departure city
Departure city
Manchester
Arrival city
Arrival city
Liverpool
Journey time
Journey time
36m
Distance
Distance
32 miles
Price
Price
US$5.36*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail

What are the next train times from Manchester to Liverpool?

Check all Manchester to Liverpool journeys scheduled for today, complete with key details such as timings, whether the service is direct, total travel time, and the train operator - everything you need for travelling today.
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17:41
48m, Direct
Manchester Oxford Road
18:29
Liverpool Lime Street
East Midlands Railway
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17:46
1h 9m, Direct
Manchester Oxford Road
18:55
Paris
Northern
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Explore the cheapest prices to Liverpool from Manchester this week
Typical ticket prices between Manchester and Liverpool are around US$5.36, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!
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Mon17Aug
Cheapest train of the day
US$7.47
08:4609:55
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US$7.47
Tue18Aug
Cheapest train of the day
US$6.49
11:0011:53
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US$6.49
Wed19Aug
Cheapest train of the day
US$6.49
10:4611:55
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US$6.49
Thu20Aug
Cheapest train of the day
US$7.47
08:0008:53
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US$7.47
Fri21Aug
Cheapest train of the day
US$5.36
12:4613:55
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US$5.36
Sat22Aug
Cheapest train of the day
US$6.21
15:4116:29
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US$6.21
Sun23Aug
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*Prices may change due to real-time fluctuations. Please refer to the latest price.

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