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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

$33

Average ticket price on Sep 20

$33

Fastest journey on Sep 20

1 h 27 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

1 h 28 m

Trains on Sep 20

12

Distance

47 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) without transferring at least 2 times.

  • Northern RailC31721+Transpennine ExpressW84660+Mersey RailC03517
    9:36 AM1h38
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    11:14 AMLiverpool Central (LVC)
    $331One-way
    2 transfers
  • Northern RailC32418+Mersey RailC03514
    8:02 AM1h42
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    9:44 AMLiverpool Central (LVC)
    $331One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailC31900+Transpennine ExpressW84654+Mersey RailC03515
    8:44 AM1h30
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    10:14 AMLiverpool Central (LVC)
    $331One-way
    2 transfers
  • East Midlands RailwayC21588+Mersey RailC03519+Transpennine ExpressC24600
    11:14 AM1h30
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    12:44 PMLiverpool Central (LVC)
    $331One-way
    2 transfers
  • Northern RailG86153+Mersey RailC57180
    3:59 PM1h36
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    5:35 PMLiverpool Central (LVC)
    $331One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $10 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, while a train costs an average of $19.

Distance: 29 miles (47 km)

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Train
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Driving

$19

Average price

$10

Average price

Cheapest

$13

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 41m

Average total duration

1h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

54m

Average total duration

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Transpennine Express

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National Express

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) is a bus with an average price of $10.

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC):

A bus is $9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) costing on average $19.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) is by bus with an average journey time of 55m.

Other travel options to Liverpool Central (LVC) take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester Airport and Liverpool Central (LVC) including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $19 compared to roughly $13 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.59. The journey takes 1h 11m versus 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Northern Rail4:04 PM Manchester Airport
2h05
6:09 PM Liverpool Central (LVC)0 transfersDirect
Sunday, September 20
Northern RailC32418+Mersey RailC035148:02 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h42
9:44 AM Liverpool Central (LVC)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84654+Mersey RailC03515+Northern RailC319008:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h30
10:14 AM Liverpool Central (LVC)2 transfers
Northern RailC31721+Transpennine ExpressW84660+Mersey RailC035179:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h38
11:14 AM Liverpool Central (LVC)2 transfers
Northern RailC32421+Mersey RailC572409:59 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h36
11:35 AM Liverpool Central (LVC)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW85178+Northern RailP24168+Mersey RailC5723610:10 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h55
12:05 PM Liverpool Central (LVC)2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC21588+Mersey RailC03519+Transpennine ExpressC2460011:14 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h30
12:44 PM Liverpool Central (LVC)2 transfers
Northern RailG86147+Mersey RailC572021:59 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h36
3:35 PM Liverpool Central (LVC)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04443+Mersey RailC03525+Transpennine ExpressG160122:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h27
3:44 PM Liverpool Central (LVC)2 transfers
Northern RailG89578+Transpennine ExpressW84690+Mersey RailC035262:45 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h29
4:14 PM Liverpool Central (LVC)2 transfers

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Why should you book Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) trains with Omio?

Transpennine Express as well as Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales and more offer trains services from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC).

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 Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transpennine Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trip or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC)

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Trains from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 but you can travel from only $5 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 07:02, the last at 11:32. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 52m.

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 $5
Distance
29 miles (47 km)
Average train duration
1h 11m
Cheapest ticket price
$7
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
52m
First train
7:02 AM
Last train
11:32 AM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
1 day
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 $5

Train companies: Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) trainsTranspennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Liverpool Central (LVC) from $5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Transpennine Express Duration
52m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
$8
Transpennine Express frequency
2 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 Railway

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 East Midlands Railway Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
$8
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 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

Northern Rail

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 Northern Rail Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
$7
Northern Rail frequency
2 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

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 Transport for Wales Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
$10
Transport for Wales frequency
2 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

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) 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 Liverpool Central (LVC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $7, while the average price is around $19.
The train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) takes 52m and runs 6 per day.
The distance by train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) is 29 miles (47 km).
The first train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) leaves at 7:02 AM.
The last train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) leaves at 11:32 AM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC).
There is no direct train service currently available from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) is by bus, with a cost of around $5.
The train journey from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central offers a mix of urban and industrial scenery, passing through the Greater Manchester and Merseyside regions. While it provides views of the English countryside in parts, it is not typically known for being particularly scenic compared to other UK train routes.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central is feasible. The journey takes 52m, covering 29 miles (47 km). Trains run 9 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC).
Since neither Manchester Airport nor Liverpool Central (LVC) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Liverpool Central (LVC) include Chester, Ormskirk, Southport, Formby, Kirkby.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC)

Most Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central (LVC) trains use the Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport and Liverpool Central (LVC) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Liverpool
Liverpool CentralLiverpool Central station, Ranelagh Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 1JTWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre

BusN1 · 21m · $5
City Explorer 101 · 32m · every ~3 min

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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