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Outbound fromLiverpool to Manchester Piccadilly by train
It takes an average of 51m to travel from Liverpool to Manchester Piccadilly by train, over a distance of around 32 miles (51 km). There are normally 71 trains per day travelling from Liverpool to Manchester Piccadilly and tickets for this journey start from £3.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:18 | |
| Departure station | Liverpool | |
| Arrival station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
| Journey time | From 31m | |
| Distance | 32 miles (51 km) | |
| Frequency | 71 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £3.60 | |
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Taking the train from Liverpool to Manchester Piccadilly in 31 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Liverpool to Manchester Piccadilly? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 51 minutes to travel the 32 miles (51 km) from Liverpool to Manchester Piccadilly by train, although you can get there in as little as 31 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 71 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Liverpool to Manchester Piccadilly in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £3.60. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Manchester Piccadilly by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Liverpool to Manchester Piccadilly
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Liverpool to Manchester Piccadilly is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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