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Liverpool James Street to Manchester Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Liverpool James Street to Manchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 48,39 kr, with average prices for this route around 51,69 kr. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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sön, 22 juni
mån, 23 juni
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tis, 24 juni
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ons, 25 juni
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tors, 26 juni
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fre, 27 juni
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lör, 28 juni
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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
18:29 Liverpool James Street	19:29 Manchester Victoria	1h 0m, Changes required	Find Tickets
18:59 Liverpool James Street	20:07 Manchester Oxford Road	1h 8m, Changes required	Find Tickets
19:29 Liverpool James Street	20:29 Manchester Victoria	1h 0m, Changes required	Find Tickets
19:59 Liverpool James Street	21:07 Manchester Oxford Road	1h 8m, Changes required	Find Tickets
20:14 Liverpool James Street	21:23 Deansgate	1h 9m, Changes required	Find Tickets
20:29 Liverpool James Street	21:28 Paris	59m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Liverpool James Street to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

07:59

Last train

23:54

Departure station

Liverpool James Street

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

48m

Distance

52 km

Price

48,39 kr*

Train operators

Northern, Merseyrail, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Liverpool James Street to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Liverpool James Street to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Liverpool James Street to Manchester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Liverpool James Street to Manchester, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Liverpool James Street to Manchester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 James Street to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Liverpool James Street to Manchester Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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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%.

Trains from Liverpool James Street to Manchester from 48,39 kr

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Liverpool James Street to Manchester Train prices and times

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