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Manchester Central Zone to Liverpool James Street Train Route Details
First train
05:28
Last train
05:37
Journey time
1 hour 18 minutes
Distance
50 km
Price
£4.90*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Central Zone to Liverpool James Street
Traveling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester Central Zone to Liverpool James Street. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester Central Zone to Liverpool James Street 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%
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester Central Zone to Liverpool James Street, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
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 Manchester Central Zone to Liverpool James Street more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Manchester Central Zone to Liverpool James Street train ticket types
There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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