What is the cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Manchester Central?

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Manchester Central is to rideshare which costs £4 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Liverpool to Manchester Central?

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Manchester Central is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Manchester Central?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Manchester Central?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Deansgate. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Liverpool to Manchester Central?

The distance between Liverpool and Manchester Central is 31 miles. The road distance is 33 miles.

How do I travel from Liverpool to Manchester Central without a car?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Manchester Central without a car is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £10 - £19.

How long does it take to get from Liverpool to Manchester Central?

The train from Liverpool Lime Street to Deansgate takes 54 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Manchester Central bus from?

Liverpool to Manchester Central bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Manchester Central train from?

Liverpool to Manchester Central train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Liverpool to Manchester Central?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Manchester Central is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £10 - £19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £11 and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Liverpool to Manchester Central bus arrive?

Liverpool to Manchester Central bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Liverpool to Manchester Central train arrive?

Liverpool to Manchester Central train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Deansgate station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to Manchester Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Manchester Central is 33 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Liverpool to Manchester Central.

How do I get a train ticket from Liverpool to Manchester Central?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Liverpool to Manchester Central?

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Where can I stay near Manchester Central?

There are 3610+ hotels available in Manchester Central.

Can I share a ride from Liverpool to Manchester Central?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Liverpool and Manchester Central. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Liverpool to Manchester Central - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 6 ways to get from Liverpool to Manchester Central by train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Deansgatetrain Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 3m
£10–19
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Liverpool to Manchesterrideshare 33.3 mi
1h
£4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
1h 48m
£6–11
Drive 32.8 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Manchester Centralcar 32.8 mi
38 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Liverpool to Manchester Centraltaxi 32.8 mi
38 min
£60–75
Train via Manchester Oxford Road
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 9m
£9–20

Liverpool to Manchester Central by train and foot

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Distance: 31.2 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between Liverpool, England and Manchester Central, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Deansgate hourly. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Central Coach Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £6–11 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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