The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 05
$28
Average ticket price on Sep 05
$29
Fastest journey on Sep 05
2 h 12 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
2 h 14 m
Trains on Sep 05
2
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International Airport will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 2 trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International Airport, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct trains cover the 135 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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.
8:33 AM2h12Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:45 AMBirmingham International Airport$281One-way0 transfers
8:10 AM2h16Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:26 AMBirmingham International Airport$301One-way0 transfers
8:33 AM2h12Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:45 AMBirmingham International Airport$281One-way0 transfers
8:10 AM2h16Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:26 AMBirmingham International Airport$301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, while a train costs an average of $47.
Distance: 83 miles (135 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$47 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m 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 Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International Airport:
A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International Airport costing on average $47 (€38).
Other travel options to Birmingham International Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 28m.
The journey is about 10m faster (1h 50m by train vs 2h 0m by car) and roughly $12 (€10) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($47 (€38) vs $59 (€48)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International Airport trains for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h12 | 4:45 PM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h02 | 7:12 PM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h36 | 11:09 PM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 5 | |||||
![]() | 8:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h16 | 10:26 AM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h12 | 10:45 AM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International Airport by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International Airport
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 12:33. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (135 km) distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 83 miles (135 km) |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 12:33 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International Airport trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Birmingham International Airport from $17 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International Airport 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 Birmingham International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International Airport
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Birmingham International Airport trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Birmingham International Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
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