The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Manchester Airport will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 5 trains that leave Liverpool for Manchester Airport on Thu, Dec 25, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 25 the direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
On Thu, Dec 25 the slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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 to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Manchester Airport 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 €2.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
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€11 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Liverpool to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Manchester Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, December 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:22 AM Liverpool | 1h38 | 9:00 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Liverpool | 1h25 | 9:25 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:19 AM Liverpool | 1h17 | 11:36 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:22 AM Liverpool | 1h38 | 12:00 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:19 PM Liverpool | 1h17 | 2:36 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Liverpool to Manchester Airport by bus or train
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Why should you book Liverpool 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 to Manchester Airport. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Liverpool 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 to Manchester Airport.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- 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 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 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 to Manchester Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Manchester Airport
Trains from Liverpool to Manchester Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:02, the last at 22:19. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€2) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 07:02 |
Last train 22:19 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Liverpool to Manchester Airport trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Liverpool and Manchester Airport from $3 (€2). 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 Manchester Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Manchester 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 Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Manchester Airport
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- 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.
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
- 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.
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
- 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
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located in the main concourse.
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:51 - 00:16 Saturday 05:51 - 00:16 Sunday 07:51 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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” Platforms are accessible via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: shelter by station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stand 4, located in the main concourse area
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:51 - 00:16 Saturday 05:51 - 00:16 Sunday 07:51 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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” Platforms are accessible via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: shelter by station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stand 4, located in the main concourse area
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