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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Cheapest price on 08 Oct
£4
Average ticket price on 08 Oct
£10
Fastest journey on 08 Oct
49 m
Average journey duration on 08 Oct
1 h 8 m
Trains on 08 Oct
22
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool 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 to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
On Thu 08 Oct, we found 22 trains from Liverpool to Manchester Airport (MIA), including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 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.
C24388 · C248265:541h15Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:09Manchester Airport (MIA)£41One-way1 change- G15866+
G901056:241h33Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:57Manchester Airport (MIA)£41One-way1 change - G15989+
G385065:201h55Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:15Manchester Airport (MIA)£51One-way1 change - G15989+G901005:201h38Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)6:58Manchester Airport (MIA)£51One-way1 change
- W847590:180h49Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1:07Manchester Airport (MIA)£51One-way0 changes
- W847590:180h49Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1:07Manchester Airport (MIA)£51One-way0 changes
C04354+G898369:511h09Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£251One-way1 change- C04350+G898318:511h09Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£251One-way1 change
- C24388 · C248265:541h15Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:09Manchester Airport (MIA)£41One-way1 change
- W84665+G898288:191h17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:36Manchester Airport (MIA)£121One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Manchester Airport (MIA)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 45m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 4:54 |
Last train 22:36 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Live departures
Liverpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for today, Wednesday 7 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G89964 | On time 17:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h25 | 18:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84719+G89825 | On time 17:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h17 | 18:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| W84719 · W84922 | On time 17:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h25 | 18:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| P24219 · G89827 | On time 17:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h38 | 19:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| C24924 · C24623 | On time 17:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h44 | 19:08 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| C24924+G90112 | On time 17:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h33 | 18:57 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| C21581+G89827 | On time 17:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h09 | 19:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 8 October | |||||
| W84759 | On time 0:18 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h49 | 1:07 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15989+G38506 | 5:20 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h55 | 7:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| G15989+G90100 | 5:20 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h38 | 6:58 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| C24388 · C24826 | 5:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h15 | 7:09 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| G89924 | 6:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h25 | 7:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84653+G89820 | 6:14 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h22 | 7:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| W84653 · W84878 | 6:14 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h31 | 7:45 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| P24212 · G89822 | 6:17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h43 | 8:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| G15866+G90105 | 6:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h33 | 7:57 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| G15866+G38508 | 6:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h51 | 8:15 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+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 | |
| 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 | |
| P24225 · G89836 | 9:22 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h38 | 11:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| G15861+G90118 | 9:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h33 | 10:57 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| C04354+G89836 | 9:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h09 | 11:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| C04354+G15893 | 9:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h17 | 11:08 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales from Liverpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Liverpool 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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Trains from Liverpool to Manchester Airport
Trains from Liverpool to Manchester Airport are a fast and relaxed way of making the journey to the airport terminals. Trains run all day from the early hours to late evening during the week with a later first departure on Saturdays and Sundays. There are one or two direct services every hour and up to a further two connecting routes every hour. Journey times on direct trains are between one and two hours while connecting trains take up to 90 minutes. Departures are from Liverpool Lime Street Station, with arrivals at Manchester Airport Station.
Which train companies travel from Liverpool to Manchester Airport?
Direct services between Liverpool and Manchester Airport are operated by Northern, while connecting routes are provided by the Transpennine Express. On-board facilities for both operators include luggage storage, toilets and WiFi.
How long is the train from Liverpool to Manchester Airport?
Direct trains to Manchester-Airport from Liverpool take between one and two hours. It is sometimes quicker to choose a connecting route as their journey times vary from one hour 15 minutes to 90 minutes. Where connections are required, they are made at either Manchester Oxford Road or Manchester Victoria stations.
How many trains are there from Liverpool to Manchester Airport?
From Monday to Friday, there are up to two direct trains and a further two connecting services most hours of the day from early morning until late evening. There is a reduced service at the weekends with a later departure time for the first train.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Liverpool to Manchester Airport?
Departure train station: Trains to Manchester Airport from Liverpool depart from the city's Lime Street Station. Located in the city centre, the station is a good example of Victorian glass and steel engineering. It has car and bicycle parking and is served by local and long-distance buses. Facilities at Lime Street include WiFi, taxi ranks, passenger lounges, a pub, a chemist and a newsagents.
Arrival train station: Trains from Liverpool to Manchester Airport terminate at the airport train station. This is located between Terminals 1 and 3 and with easy access to Terminal 2. Outside Terminal 1, taxis and local buses are available while station facilities include WiFi, ATMs, toilets, passenger lounges, a currency exchange, a shop and a cafe. There are also facilities in the airport's three terminals which train passengers can use.
FAQs: Liverpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 and Manchester Airport (MIA)
Most Liverpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Manchester Airport (MIA) 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.
Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. 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 South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: 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” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: Yes.
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street 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 James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. 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 James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: 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”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: 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.
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