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

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

Showing times and prices for 22 May

Cheapest price

£9

Average price

£16

Fastest journey

59 m

Average duration

1 h 7 m

Trains per day

85

Distance

47 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.

Fast trains

Of the 85 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for Manchester Airport (MIA) every day 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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 ExpressW84740+Northern RailG89849
    21:191h14
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    22:33Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £91One-way
    1 change
  • Transpennine ExpressW84935
    23:191h08
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    0:27Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressG15866+Northern RailG89820
    5:541h42
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    7:36Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £91One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89942
    11:001h25
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    12:25Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89991
    22:011h23
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    23:24Manchester Airport (MIA)
    £91One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £5.

Distance: 47 km

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Coach

£10

Average Price

£7

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Cheapest

1h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 45m

Average total duration

1h 15m

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30m

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Live departures

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

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for today, Thursday 21 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayC04354+Northern RailG89836
On time
9:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h09
11:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15862+Transport for WalesG385169:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h21
11:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailG8993910:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h25
11:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84677+Northern RailG89839
On time
10:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h17
11:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
Northern RailP24229 · G8984310:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h38
12:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04357+Northern RailG89843
On time
10:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h09
12:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24904+Transport for WalesG38518
On time
10:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h21
12:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
Northern RailG8994211:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h25
12:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84683+Northern RailG8984711:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h17
12:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailP24234 · G89850
On time
11:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h38
13:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04359+Northern RailG89850
On time
11:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h09
13:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24909+Transport for WalesG38520
On time
11:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h21
13:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
Northern RailG8994612:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h25
13:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84689+Northern RailG89854
On time
12:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h17
13:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
Northern RailP24237 · G89857
On time
12:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h38
14:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04363+Northern RailG89857
On time
12:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h09
14:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15955+Transport for WalesG3852312:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h21
14:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailG8994913:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h25
14:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84695+Northern RailG89861
On time
13:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h17
14:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
Northern RailP24240 · G89863
On time
13:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h38
15:00 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 ExpressG15953+Transport for WalesG3852513:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h21
15:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailG89954
On time
14:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h25
15:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84700+Northern RailG89865
On time
14:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h17
15:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
Northern RailP24242 · G89867
On time
14:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h38
16:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04368+Northern RailG89867
On time
14:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h09
16:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15950+Transport for WalesG3852714:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h21
16:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailG89956
On time
15:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h25
16:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84705+Northern RailG8981715:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h17
16:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailP24244 · G89819
On time
15:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h38
17:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04372+Northern RailG8981915:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h09
17:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15948+Transport for WalesG38529
On time
15:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h24
17:18 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
Northern RailG8996016:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h25
17:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84712+Northern RailG8982116:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h17
17:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailP24214 · G8982316:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h38
18:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21806+Northern RailG89823
On time
16:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h09
18:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24924+Transport for WalesG3853116:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h21
18:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailG8996417:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h25
18:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84719 · W8492217:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h25
18:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84719+Northern RailG8982517:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h17
18:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailP24219 · G89827
On time
17:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h38
19:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21581+Northern RailG8982717:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h09
19:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15988+Transport for WalesG3853317:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h21
19:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailG89970
On time
18:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h25
19:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84725+Northern RailG8983018:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h17
19:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailP24223 · G89832
On time
18:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h38
20:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04380+Northern RailG89832
On time
18:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h09
20:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24929+Transport for WalesG3853518:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h21
20:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailG89974
On time
19:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h25
20:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84730+Northern RailG89834
On time
19:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h17
20:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
Northern RailP24227 · G89838
On time
19:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h38
21:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04382+Northern RailG89838
On time
19:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h09
21:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15901+Transport for WalesG3853719:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h21
21:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailG89979
On time
20:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h28
21:28 Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84737+Northern RailG8984120:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h17
21:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84737 · W8492820:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h27
21:46 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailP24231 · G8984520:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h39
22:01 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailG89986
On time
21:03 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h23
22:26 Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84740+Northern RailG89849
On time
21:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h14
22:33 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21584+Northern RailG89852
On time
21:37 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h25
23:02 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
Transpennine ExpressG16196+Northern RailG89991
On time
21:49 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h35
23:24 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
Northern RailG8999122:01 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h23
23:24 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84632 · W84877
On time
22:20 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h22
23:42 Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 change
Northern RailG8999723:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h24
0:24 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84935
On time
23:20 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h07
0:27 Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84759
On time
0:18 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
0h59
1:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG15989+Transport for WalesG385054:49 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h29
6:18 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressA30416+Northern RailG901005:20 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h38
6:58 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15866+Northern RailG898205:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h42
7:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15866+Transport for WalesG385065:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h21
7:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailG899246:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h25
7:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84653+Northern RailG898206:14 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h22
7:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailP24212 · G898226:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h43
8:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04344+Northern RailG898226:49 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h11
8:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24892+Transport for WalesG385086:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h21
8:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailG899267:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h25
8:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84658+Northern RailG898247:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h17
8:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailP24216 · G898267:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h38
9:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressA30384+Northern RailG901097:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h34
8:57 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04347+Northern RailG898267:48 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h12
9:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24895+Transport for WalesG385127:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h22
9:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailG899318:02 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h23
9:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84665+Northern RailG898288:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h17
9:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailP24221 · G898318:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h38
10:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04350+Northern RailG898318:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h09
10:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Transport for WalesG38514+Transpennine ExpressG158618:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h21
10:15 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailG899349:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h25
10:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84670+Northern RailG898339:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h17
10:36 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change
Northern RailP24225 · G898369:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1h38
11:00 Manchester Airport (MIA)1 change

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Northern Rail as well as Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains and more offer trains services from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
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Journey information

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

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Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 46m.

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 9m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Trains per day
20
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
46m
First train
5:00
Last train
23:19
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
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: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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.

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 23m
Cheapest Price
£5
Northern Rail frequency
7 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
46m
Cheapest Price
£6
Transpennine Express frequency
9 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
Learn more about Transpennine Express

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 24m
Cheapest Price
£24
East Midlands Railway frequency
4 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
Learn more about East Midlands Railway

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 7m
Cheapest Price
£8
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 Duration
1h 9m
Cheapest Price
£22
east_midlands_trains frequency
5 a day

Northern Trains Limited

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

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 8m
Cheapest Price
£27
TransPennine Express frequency
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FAQs: Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The train journey from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) covers a distance of 47 km and takes approximately 46m. Trains run 20 per day.
The train distance from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is 47 km.
The first train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) leaves at 5:00.
The last train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) departs at 23:19.
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run approximately 20 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
Yes, there is a direct train between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Airport (MIA). The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express.
To get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Lime Street to Manchester Airport offers views of the urban landscape, industrial areas, and patches of countryside, but it is not typically considered a particularly scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport is feasible, as the journey takes 46m and covers 47 km. Trains run 20 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA).

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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Airport (MIA)

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The major train station for departures in Liverpool is Liverpool Lime Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool Lime Street for your trip from Liverpool to Manchester.
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information
address
Address
Lime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
  • Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
Lockers
  • 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.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
Dining
Dining
  • Caffè Nero
  • Costa Coffee
  • Upper Crust
  • Starbucks
  • JD Wetherspoon
Taxis
Taxis
  • 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.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
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WC
  • 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
Hotel
Hotel
  • Pembroke Studios
  • Riley’s Rooms
  • Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
  • Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Alongside station entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main concourse.
Public transport options for Liverpool Lime Street
  • 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.

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