The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 3 trains that leave Liverpool John Lennon Airport for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) on Thu, Dec 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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.






Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
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1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:36 AM Liverpool John Lennon Airport | 1h05 | 8:41 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:17 PM Liverpool John Lennon Airport | 1h28 | 8:45 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by bus or train
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Why should you book Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly trains with Omio?
TransPennine Express as well as East Midlands Trains and Northern Rail (3) offer trains services from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly.
Why book with Omio vs TransPennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TransPennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Trains and Northern Rail (3) to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While TransPennine Express tickets can be bought on TransPennine Express's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of East Midlands Trains and Northern Rail (3) to help you choose the right option for your journey from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:16, the last at 10:12. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 07:16 |
Last train 10:12 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3) from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Liverpool John Lennon Airport and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
East Midlands Trains
Northern Rail (3)
FAQs: Trains from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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