The cheapest and fastest busesfrom Liverpool to Birmingham International AirportShowing times and prices for Jul 14
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
4h 55m
Average duration
4h 55m
Buses per day
1
Distance
126 km
Liverpool to Birmingham International Airport train with West Midlands Trains
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Birmingham International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 83 miles (135 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m 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 to Birmingham International Airport:
A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Birmingham International Airport costing on average $40 (€33).
Other travel options to Birmingham International Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 22m.
The journey is about 10m faster (1h 54m by train vs 2h 4m by car) and roughly $14 (€12) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($40 (€33) vs $54 (€45)). 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 to Birmingham International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Birmingham International Airport trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:12 PM Liverpool | 2h00 | 2:12 PM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
C16920+ W34271 | 8:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h16 | 10:26 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
C16920+ G01005 | 8:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h02 | 10:12 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| C16923 · Y80847 | 8:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h12 | 10:45 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| W34170 · W33888+G01144+W34130 | 8:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h13 | 10:56 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 3 transfers | |
| C16925+G01009 | 9:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h00 | 11:12 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
| W34265+C16925 | 9:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h14 | 11:26 AM Birmingham International (BHI) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Birmingham International Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Birmingham International Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:08, the last at 17:10. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (135 km) distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 83 miles (135 km) |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 7:08 AM |
Last train 5:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry from Liverpool to Birmingham International Airport trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry trains will get you between Liverpool and Birmingham International Airport from $11 (€9). 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 to Birmingham International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Birmingham International Airport
Most Liverpool to Birmingham International Airport trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool 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.
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street 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 James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. 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 James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: 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”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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