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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price on 15 Oct
£7
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£12
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
1 h 9 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
1 h 14 m
Trains on 15 Oct
11
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport 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 will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Thu 15 Oct, we found 11 trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 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 17 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.
W84790 · G158948:541h14Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£71One-way1 change- C24396 · G158917:541h15Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:09Manchester Airport (MIA)£71One-way1 change
- W84670+
G898339:191h17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:36Manchester Airport (MIA)£81One-way1 change 
C04350+G158948:511h17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£81One-way1 change- C24895 · G158948:231h45Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£101One-way1 change
- C04350+G898318:511h09Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£251One-way1 change
- W84790 · G158948:541h14Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£71One-way1 change
- C24396 · G158917:541h15Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:09Manchester Airport (MIA)£71One-way1 change
- W84670+G898339:191h17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:36Manchester Airport (MIA)£81One-way1 change
- W84665+G898288:191h17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:36Manchester Airport (MIA)£111One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 16:19. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 46m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 4:54 |
Last train 16:19 |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C24396 · G15891 | 7:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h15 | 9:09 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| G89931 | 8:02 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h23 | 9:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84665+G89828 | 8:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h17 | 9:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| P24221 · G89831 | 8:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h38 | 10:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| C24895 · G15894 | 8:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h45 | 10:08 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| C24895+G90115 | 8:23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h34 | 9:57 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| C04350+G89831 | 8:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h09 | 10:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| C04350+G15894 | 8:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h17 | 10:08 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| W84790 · G15894 | 8:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h14 | 10:08 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| G89934 | 9:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h25 | 10:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84670+G89833 | 9:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h17 | 10:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
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FAQs: Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport 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, 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
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is 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. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
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