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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Showing times and prices for Dec 08
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
47 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Fast trains
Of the 6 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for Manchester Airport (MIA) on Mon, Dec 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 08 the direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Mon, Dec 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 34 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.
C27020 · C2686808:54AM1h15
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:09AMManchester Airport (MIA)
€121One-way
1 transfer
C26402+
Y0316708:23AM1h34
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)09:57AMManchester Airport (MIA)
€121One-way
1 transfer
C27122+Y0579708:19AM1h17
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)09:36AMManchester Airport (MIA)
€131One-way
1 transfer
Y0081808:02AM1h23
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)09:25AMManchester Airport (MIA)
€241One-way
0 transfers
Y04640 · Y0575808:22AM1h38
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:00AMManchester Airport (MIA)
€241One-way
1 transfer
Y07452+Y0575808:51AM1h09
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:00AMManchester Airport (MIA)
€271One-way
1 transfer
C27020 · C2686808:54AM1h15
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:09AMManchester Airport (MIA)
€121One-way
1 transfer
C27122+Y0579708:19AM1h17
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)09:36AMManchester Airport (MIA)
€131One-way
1 transfer
Y0081808:02AM1h23
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)09:25AMManchester Airport (MIA)
€241One-way
0 transfers
C26402+Y0316708:23AM1h34
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)09:57AMManchester Airport (MIA)
€121One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 €8.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
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1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for today, Sunday, December 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 12:50 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:20 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h16 | 9:36 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:26 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h46 | 11:12 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 8 | |||||
| Y00818 | On time 8:02 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h23 | 9:25 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C27122+Y05797 | On time 8:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h17 | 9:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| Y04640 · Y05758 | On time 8:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h38 | 10:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| C26402+Y03167 | On time 8:23 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h34 | 9:57 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| Y07452+Y05758 | On time 8:51 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h09 | 10:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| C27020 · C26868 | On time 8:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h15 | 10:09 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport trains with Omio?
Northern Rail (3) as well as TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains and Transport for Wales offer trains services from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport.
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail (3)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail (3), but also compare tickets for the likes of TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains and Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail (3) with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Northern Rail (3) tickets can be bought on Northern Rail (3)'s website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains and Transport for Wales to help you choose the right option for your journey from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 46m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $6 (€5)
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 04:54 |
Last train 22:26 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $6 (€5)
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Airport (MIA) from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest Price
$11 (€9)
Northern Rail (3) frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
46m
Cheapest Price
$10 (€8)
TransPennine Express frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 24m
Cheapest Price
$32 (€26)
East Midlands Trains frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Price
$13 (€10)
Transport for Wales frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 17m
Cheapest Price
$41 (€33)
first_transpennine_express frequency
23 a day
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 9m
Cheapest Price
$36 (€29)
east_midlands_trains frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
Yes, a day trip from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport is feasible. The journey takes 46m and covers 29 miles (47 km). Trains run frequently with a service every 20 per day.
Train ticket prices from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $10 (€8), while the average price is around $15 (€12).
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is by bus, with a cost of around $6 (€5).
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
The train journey from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport is more functional than scenic, as it primarily travels through urban and suburban areas with views of cities and industrial landscapes rather than countryside vistas.
Yes, there is a direct train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA). This service operates 5 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
The train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) takes 46m and runs 20 per day.
The distance by train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is 29 miles (47 km).
The first train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) leaves at 4:54 AM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
The last train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) leaves at 10:26 PM.
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Popular train stations from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Liverpool
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Liverpool is Liverpool Lime Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool Lime Street for your trip from Liverpool to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- 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.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
Dining
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
Taxis
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
Accessibility
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Hotel
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse.
Public transit options for Liverpool Lime Street
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your journey to Manchester from Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
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