Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train with Transpennine Express

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

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£9

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£17

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

1 h 9 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

1 h 17 m

Trains on 05 Sept

6

Distance

47 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.

Fast trains

On Sat 05 Sept, we found 6 trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA), including 1 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.

  • Northern RailP24221 · G89831
    8:221h38
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    10:00Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £91One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89934
    9:001h25
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    10:25Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressN58705 · N58672
    8:541h15
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    10:09Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £111One-way
    1 change
  • Transpennine ExpressW84671+Northern RailG89833
    9:191h17
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    10:36Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £251One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands RailwayC04351+Northern RailG89831
    8:511h09
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    10:00Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £251One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £9.

Distance: 47 km

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Train
Most popular
Coach
Driving

£9

Average Price

£5

Average Price

Cheapest

£10

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 48m

Average total duration

1h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

50m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Transpennine Express

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National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is a coach with an average price of £5.

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

A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) costing on average £9.

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 10m.

Other travel options to Manchester Airport (MIA) take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool Central (LVC) and Manchester Airport (MIA) including taking a train and coach.
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 £9 compared to roughly £10 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £0.53. The journey takes 1h 10m versus 50m 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 Trains Limited, TransPennine Express.

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

Live departures

Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayC04363+Northern RailG89857
On time
12:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h09
14:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84813 · C24593
On time
12:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h14
14:08 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 change
Northern RailG89949
On time
13:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h25
14:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24240 · G89863
On time
13:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h38
15:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15955 · C03172
On time
13:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h44
15:08 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15955+Northern RailG90089
On time
13:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h33
14:57 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04365+Northern RailG89863
On time
13:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h09
15:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84818 · C03172
On time
13:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h14
15:08 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 change
Northern RailG89954
On time
14:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h25
15:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 changesdirect
Saturday 5 September
Northern RailP24221 · G898318:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h38
10:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04351+Northern RailG898318:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h09
10:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transport for WalesG38515+Transpennine ExpressN587058:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h21
10:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressN58705 · N586728:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h15
10:09 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailG899349:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h25
10:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84671+Northern RailG898339:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h17
10:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change

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Transpennine Express as well as Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains and more offer trains services from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
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  • 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, Transport for Wales or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
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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, Transport for Wales or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA).

Journey information

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

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Trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 09:43. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 1h 14m.

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
Coach from £4
Distance
47 km
Average train duration
1h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
1h 14m
First train
5:58
Last train
9:43
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Mon
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
Coach from £4

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool Central (LVC) and Manchester Airport (MIA) from £4. 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
1h 14m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£6
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

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
2h 3m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£7
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

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 32m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£6
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 Transport for Wales Duration
1h 28m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
£11
Transport for Wales frequency
3 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

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average east_midlands_trains Duration
1h 9m
Cheapest east_midlands_trains Price
£22
east_midlands_trains frequency
5 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£9
Northern Trains Limited frequency
7 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TransPennine Express Duration
1h 8m
Cheapest TransPennine Express Price
£27
TransPennine Express frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Central (LVC) 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The train journey from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) covers a distance of 47 km and takes approximately 1h 14m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is 47 km.
The first train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) leaves at 5:58.
The last train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) departs at 9:43.
Trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
Yes, there is a direct train between Liverpool Central (LVC) and Manchester Airport (MIA). The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express.
To get from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Liverpool Central to Manchester Airport offers a mix of urban and suburban landscapes. While it isn't renowned for dramatic scenery, passengers can enjoy views of the English countryside interspersed with glimpses of local towns and cities.
A day trip from Liverpool Central to Manchester Airport is feasible with a journey duration of 1h 14m and a distance of 47 km. Trains operate 4 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MIA).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Central (LVC) and Manchester Airport (MIA)

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

Departure train stations in Liverpool
Arrival train stations in Manchester
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 · £4
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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