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The average train between Liverpool Central Station and Manchester takes 49 min and the fastest train takes 31 min. The train runs at least 4 times per hour from Liverpool Central Station to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 15 minutes between Liverpool Central Station and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 12:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Liverpool Central Station is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Manchester at 12:37 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 49 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Liverpool Lime Street station and arriving at Manchester Victoria station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.
Liverpool Central Station to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.
Liverpool Central Station to Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.
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The distance between Liverpool Central Station and Manchester is 49.9 km. The road distance is 55 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoria every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £9–15 and the journey takes 42 min. Two other operators also service this route.
