How to get from Liverpool to Clitheroe by bus and train?

From Liverpool to Clitheroe by bus and train

To get from Liverpool to Clitheroe you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the MERSEYRAIL train from Moorfields station to Liverpool Lime Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the 280 bus from Lancaster Road station to Interchange station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 5 min. The bus and train schedule from Liverpool may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Clitheroe on the Moovit app.

125min
Walk to train station
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - 280280
Walk to Clitheroe
Leaves from Moorfields

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Moorfields
    300 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    West Kirby
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Lime Street
    2 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Glasgow Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    44 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lancaster Road
    780 m • 10 min
  • 7
    Bus - 280280
    Wait for bus
    280
    Clitheroe Interchange Stand 5
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Interchange
    52 min
  • 9
    Walk to Clitheroe
    Walk to
    Clitheroe
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Liverpool to Clitheroe

The distance between Liverpool and Clitheroe is approximately 88.2 km, which can typically be travelled in 125 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Liverpool to Clitheroe by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Clitheroe – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Liverpool to Clitheroe

To check the bus and train schedule from Liverpool to Clitheroe using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Liverpool) and destination (Clitheroe), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Liverpool to Clitheroe?

    The fastest way takes 125 minutes, using Train line MERSEYRAIL, Train line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Bus line 280.

  • Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Clitheroe?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 5 min.

  • Which train line goes from Liverpool to Clitheroe?

    The MERSEYRAIL train line goes from Moorfields station near Liverpool in Liverpool to West Kirby station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till West Kirby station near Clitheroe.

  • How long does it take to travel from Liverpool to Clitheroe by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Liverpool and Clitheroe by train and bus is about 2 hr 5 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Liverpool to get to Clitheroe?

    Get on the MERSEYRAIL train from the Moorfields station near Liverpool in Liverpool.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Liverpool and Clitheroe?

    Get off the train at the West Kirby stop, which is closest to Clitheroe.

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