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The journey from Liverpool James Street to Manchester on the fastest train in 48m, usually 54m. Each day, 58 trains leave from Liverpool James Street, starting at 05:20 and ending at 23:55. Get real-time updates on train schedules, delays, and cancellations. Save time, effort, and money with TrainPal.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
17:09 Liverpool James Street | 51m, 1 change | 18:00 Manchester Victoria | Merseyrail | Find tickets |
17:40 Liverpool James Street | 48m, 1 change | 18:28 Manchester Victoria | Merseyrail | Find tickets |
17:47 Liverpool James Street | 1h 8m, 1 change | 18:55 Deansgate | Merseyrail | Find tickets |
18:09 Liverpool James Street | 50m, 1 change | 18:59 Manchester Victoria | Merseyrail | Find tickets |
18:39 Liverpool James Street | 49m, 1 change | 19:28 Manchester Victoria | Merseyrail | Find tickets |
Plan your journey from Liverpool James Street to Manchester with ease. Explore the first and last train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, journey time, and price options to make the most of your trip.
The train journey from Liverpool James Street to Manchester combines efficiency with pleasure, featuring beautiful scenery and comfort. With frequent departures from Liverpool James Street, you can get to Manchester in just 48m, making it an ideal and convenient choice for travelling between them.

The quickest train journey from Liverpool James Street to Manchester takes 48m . Utilise our Train Journey Planner to locate direct trains, minimise transfers, and compare travel times across various routes. Discover the most efficient way to travel with fewer stops for a smooth and seamless journey.
No, unfortunately, you need to transfer from Liverpool James Street to Manchester. Still, the TrainPal Train Journey Planner helps you find the best train. Just input your origin or destination places, then click "Search" to see the suitable route.

While Liverpool James Street to Manchester trains are usually on time, delays or disruptions may occur due to weather, strikes, and other factors. Finding a train timetable for your trip from Liverpool James Street to Manchester is easy with Train Journey Planner. Simply enter your departure and arrival stations to get a detailed schedule of available trains. Input your travel details to discover the best routes, connections, and train times.
Usually, you need to arrive at a station at least 15-20 minutes ahead of time. However, consider the station's size and your familiarity with it. If the station is large and you are not familiar with it, leaving home as early as possible is the best choice. This can reduce your stress and ensure a relaxing journey.
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