The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
47 km
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 £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
To travel from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) you need to make at least one change.
L37208 · TP173900
L37211 · TP173800
L37196 · TP174900
L36684 · TP174800
L36702 · TP174200
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AW844300
N12982+
L10147+
TP176600
N12962+
L07272+
TP174600
N12980+
Y25253+
TP176400
L07208+
TP176400Travel 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 £3.
Distance: 47 km
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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 tomorrow, Friday 20 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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L36621 · TP177500 | 00:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h46 | 04:03 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L07198+ TP176600 | On time 07:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h50 | 08:50 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
N12982+ L10147+ TP176600 | On time 07:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h31 | 08:50 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 changes | |
L07208+ TP176400 | 08:02 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h48 | 09:50 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
N12980+ Y25253+ TP176400 | On time 08:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h31 | 09:50 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 changes | |
L37178 · TP176300 | On time 08:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h57 | 10:20 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L36642 · TP176200 | On time 08:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 10:50 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L37181 · TP176100 | On time 09:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 11:20 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L36648 · TP176000 | On time 09:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 11:50 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L37183 · TP175900 | On time 10:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 12:20 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L36654 · TP175800 | 10:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 12:50 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L37186 · TP175700 | On time 11:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 13:20 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L36660 · TP175600 | 11:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 13:50 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
C44201 · TP175500 | On time 12:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 14:20 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L36666 · TP175400 | 12:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 14:50 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L37191 · TP175300 | On time 13:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 15:20 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L36672 · TP175200 | On time 13:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 15:50 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L37193 · TP175100 | On time 14:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 16:20 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L37196 · TP174900 | On time 15:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 17:20 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L36684 · TP174800 | On time 15:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 17:50 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
C44213 · TP174700 | On time 16:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 18:20 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L36690 · TP174600 | On time 16:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 18:50 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L09106+ AW844300 | 16:56 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h30 | 18:26 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L07238+ TP174600 | On time 17:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h50 | 18:50 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
N12962+ L07272+ TP174600 | On time 17:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h31 | 18:50 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 changes | |
C44216 · TP174500 | On time 17:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 19:20 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L37201 · TP174300 | On time 18:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h57 | 20:20 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L36702 · TP174200 | 18:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 20:50 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L37205 · TP174100 | On time 19:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 21:20 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L36610 · TP174000 | 19:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 21:50 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L37208 · TP173900 | On time 20:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 22:20 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
L37211 · TP173800 | On time 20:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h56 | 22:50 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 46m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 05:54 |
Last train 23:26 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Airport (MIA) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Airport (MIA)
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- The Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located in the main concourse.
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
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