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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 5 trains that leave Liverpool Central (LVC) for Manchester Airport (MIA) on Wed, Jul 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:54 AM1h56Liverpool Central (LVC)10:50 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$121One-way0 transfers- 7:43 PM1h50Liverpool Central (LVC)9:33 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$151One-way0 transfers
- 1:58 PM1h38Liverpool Central (LVC)3:36 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$151One-way0 transfers
- 7:58 AM1h38Liverpool Central (LVC)9:36 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$161One-way0 transfers
6:28 AM1h32Liverpool Central (LVC)8:00 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$331One-way0 transfers
- 6:28 AM1h32Liverpool Central (LVC)8:00 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$331One-way0 transfers
- 1:58 PM1h38Liverpool Central (LVC)3:36 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$151One-way0 transfers
- 7:58 AM1h38Liverpool Central (LVC)9:36 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$161One-way0 transfers
- 7:43 PM1h50Liverpool Central (LVC)9:33 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$151One-way0 transfers
- 8:54 AM1h56Liverpool Central (LVC)10:50 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA):
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) costing on average $16 (€13).
Other travel options to Manchester Airport (MIA) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 18m.
Tickets start at around $16 (€13) compared to roughly $13 (€11) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-3.17 (€-2.61). The journey takes 1h 10m versus 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:54 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1h56 | 12:50 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
| 6:28 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1h32 | 8:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:58 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1h38 | 9:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:54 AM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 1h56 | 10:50 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€9) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:28, the last at 19:43. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€9) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 6:28 AM |
Last train 7:43 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Airport (MIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Most Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Central (LVC) and Manchester Airport (MIA) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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