Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Showing times and prices for Jul 19

Cheapest price

$9

Average price

$23

Fastest journey

1 h 12 m

Average duration

1 h 12 m

Trains per day

53

Distance

47 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.

Fast trains

Of the 53 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) on Sun, Jul 19, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 19 the direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .

On Sun, Jul 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 12 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.

  • Transpennine ExpressG16003+East Midlands RailwayC21592
    7:17 PM1h12
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    8:29 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    $91One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressG16017 · G15912
    3:17 PM2h09
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    5:26 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    $91One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressG16200+Northern RailP24170
    8:17 PM1h36
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    9:53 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    $101One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressC24632 · G15919
    4:17 PM2h03
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    6:20 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    $101One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailG89603+Transpennine ExpressW84728
    8:45 PM1h14
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    9:59 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    $111One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $6.

Distance: 29 miles (47 km)

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Most popular
Train
Bus
Driving

$14

Average price

$9

Average price

Cheapest

$17

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 36m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 6m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 46m

Average total duration

1h 16m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

52m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Northern Rail

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is a bus with an average price of $9 (€7).

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV):

A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) costing on average $14 (€11).

The fastest way to travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 6m.

Other travel options to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 16m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.

Direct services run with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.

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 (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressG16230+Northern RailG86120
On time
4:28 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h53
6:21 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 transfer
Northern RailG89540+Transpennine ExpressW847614:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h43
6:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transport for WalesG38388+Transpennine ExpressW847615:25 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h06
6:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG861315:32 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
6:53 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89542+Transpennine ExpressW846425:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
7:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89542+Transpennine ExpressA332045:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h44
7:32 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transport for WalesG38392+Transpennine ExpressA332046:25 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h07
7:32 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG861496:32 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h20
7:52 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA33165 · C008706:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h47
8:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89548+Transpennine ExpressW846476:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
8:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89548+Transpennine ExpressC008706:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h43
8:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89552+East Midlands RailwayC044377:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
8:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transport for WalesG38397+Transpennine ExpressC008707:25 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h06
8:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG861597:32 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h26
8:58 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG86159 · G861627:32 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h56
9:28 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressA33163+Northern RailG861627:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h44
9:28 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89556+Transpennine ExpressW846507:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
9:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89556+Transpennine ExpressC249437:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h43
9:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89560+East Midlands RailwayC213468:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
9:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transport for WalesG38400+Transpennine ExpressC249438:25 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h06
9:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG861658:32 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h22
9:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA33161 · G160148:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h47
10:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressA33161 · W846558:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
10:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89564+Transpennine ExpressW846558:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
10:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89564+Transpennine ExpressG160148:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h43
10:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW85169 · G160119:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h27
11:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89569+East Midlands RailwayC044459:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
10:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transport for WalesG38404+Transpennine ExpressG160149:25 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h06
10:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG861709:32 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h22
10:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89573+Transpennine ExpressW846629:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
11:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89573+Transpennine ExpressG160119:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h43
11:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW85176 · G1590610:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h29
12:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89577+East Midlands RailwayC0444810:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
11:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transport for WalesG38406+Transpennine ExpressG1601110:25 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h06
11:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG8617610:32 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h22
11:54 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA33157 · W8466810:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
12:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89581+Transpennine ExpressW8466810:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
12:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89581+Transpennine ExpressG1590610:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h45
12:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW85181 · G1591611:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h27
1:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89585+East Midlands RailwayC0445111:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
12:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transport for WalesG38410+Transpennine ExpressG1590611:25 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h08
12:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG8618111:32 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
12:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89589+Transpennine ExpressW8467411:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
1:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89589+Transpennine ExpressG1591611:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h43
1:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW85183 · G1591112:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h26
2:30 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89593+East Midlands RailwayC0445412:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
1:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transport for WalesG38414+Transpennine ExpressG1591612:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h06
1:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG8612212:32 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
1:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89597+Transpennine ExpressW8467912:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
2:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89597+Transpennine ExpressG1591112:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h42
2:30 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW85190 · G159101:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h27
3:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89602+East Midlands RailwayC044571:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
2:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transport for WalesG38416+Transpennine ExpressG159111:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h05
2:30 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG861411:32 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h22
2:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89607+Transpennine ExpressW846851:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
3:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89607+Transpennine ExpressG159101:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h43
3:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW85193 · G159182:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h30
4:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89614+East Midlands RailwayC044592:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
3:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transport for WalesG38418+Transpennine ExpressG159102:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h06
3:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG861542:32 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h22
3:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA33149 · G159182:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h50
4:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressA33149 · W846912:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
4:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89617+Transpennine ExpressW846912:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
4:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89541+East Midlands RailwayC044623:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
4:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transport for WalesG38387+Transpennine ExpressG159183:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h09
4:34 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG861633:32 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h22
4:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA33147 · G158273:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h47
5:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89543+Transpennine ExpressW846983:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
5:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89546+East Midlands RailwayC044644:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
5:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transport for WalesG38391+Transpennine ExpressG158274:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h06
5:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG861674:32 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h22
5:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA33145+Northern RailG861714:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h45
6:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89550+Transpennine ExpressW847044:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
6:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89554+East Midlands RailwayC215945:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
6:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transport for WalesG38395+Transpennine ExpressG158045:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h08
6:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG861735:32 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h23
6:55 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA33143 · G158305:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h49
7:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressA33143 · W847095:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
7:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89558+Transpennine ExpressW847095:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
7:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89562+East Midlands RailwayC044706:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
7:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transport for WalesG38402+Transpennine ExpressG158306:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h08
7:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG861786:32 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
7:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA33141 · G158066:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h48
8:32 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressA33141 · W847156:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
8:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89566+Transpennine ExpressW847156:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
8:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89571+East Midlands RailwayC044737:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
8:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transport for WalesG38422+Transpennine ExpressG158067:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h07
8:32 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG861837:32 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h22
8:54 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA33140 · W847217:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
9:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressA33140 · G158107:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h47
9:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89575+Transpennine ExpressW847217:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
9:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89579+East Midlands RailwayC044758:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
9:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transport for WalesW43660+Transpennine ExpressG158108:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h06
9:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG861348:32 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
9:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA33139 · C249828:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h49
10:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressA33139 · W847268:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
10:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89583+Transpennine ExpressW847268:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
10:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Transport for WalesG38412+Transpennine ExpressC249829:26 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h07
10:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG861449:32 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h20
10:52 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressA33138 · G159179:40 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h30
11:10 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89591+Transpennine ExpressW847339:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
11:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89595 · P2420610:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h44
12:01 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89600+Transpennine ExpressW8463310:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h17
12:05 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG89600+Transpennine ExpressC2498710:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h42
12:30 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 transfer
Northern RailG8615711:07 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h20
12:27 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:48, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 1h 6m.

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 (€4)
Distance
29 miles (47 km)
Average train duration
1h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
$6 (€5)
Trains per day
14
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
1h 6m
First train
3:48 AM
Last train
11:41 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Fri
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 (€4)

Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
$6 (€5)
Northern Rail frequency
4 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
1h 9m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€8)
Transpennine Express frequency
5 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 Duration
1h 19m
Cheapest Price
$8 (€6)
East Midlands Railway frequency
5 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 6m
Cheapest Price
$10 (€8)
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

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
$38 (€31)
TransPennine Express frequency
12 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Price
$12 (€10)
Northern Trains Limited frequency
18 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

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

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $6 (€5), while the average price is around $14 (€11).
The train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) takes 1h 6m and runs 14 per day.
The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 3:48 AM.
The distance by train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is 29 miles (47 km).
The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 11:41 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Yes, there is a direct train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV). This service operates 3 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is by bus, with a cost of around $5 (€4).
The train journey from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street offers a mix of urban and countryside views, highlighting the industrial landscape of Greater Manchester and the scenic greenery of the English countryside.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street is feasible. The journey takes 1h 6m and covers 29 miles (47 km). There are 12 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Since neither Manchester Airport (MIA) nor Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Lime Street (LIV) include Manchester, Runcorn, Chester, Newton-le-Willows, Widnes.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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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