Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Central (LVC) train with East Midlands Railway

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

Showing times and prices for 18 Jul

Cheapest price

£7

Average price

£19

Fastest journey

1 h 6 m

Average duration

1 h 13 m

Trains per day

28

Distance

47 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Central (LVC) will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.

Fast trains

Of the 28 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Liverpool Central (LVC) every day 1 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 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 19 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 RailG89617+Transpennine ExpressW84691+Mersey RailC07988
    14:481h26
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    16:14Liverpool Central (LVC)
    £71One-way
    2 changes
  • Northern RailG89597+Transpennine ExpressW84679+Mersey RailC07972
    12:481h26
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    14:14Liverpool Central (LVC)
    £71One-way
    2 changes
  • Northern RailG89589+Transpennine ExpressW84674+Mersey RailC07964
    11:481h26
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    13:14Liverpool Central (LVC)
    £81One-way
    2 changes
  • Northern RailG89607+Transpennine ExpressW84685+Mersey RailC07980
    13:481h26
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    15:14Liverpool Central (LVC)
    £81One-way
    2 changes
  • Northern RailG89573+Transpennine ExpressW84662+Mersey RailC07948
    9:481h26
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    11:14Liverpool Central (LVC)
    £101One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Central (LVC) 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 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £6.

Distance: 47 km

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Coach

£12

Average Price

£6

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Cheapest

1h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 11m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 45m

Average total duration

1h 15m

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Live departures

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

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Central (LVC) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailG89560+East Midlands RailwayC213468:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
9:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transport for WalesG38400+Transpennine ExpressC249438:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h06
9:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG861658:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h22
9:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressA33161 · G160148:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h47
10:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressA33161 · W846558:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
10:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89564+Transpennine ExpressW846558:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
10:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transport for WalesG38404+Mersey RailC07944+Transpennine ExpressG160149:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h19
10:44 Liverpool Central (LVC)2 changes
Northern RailG86170+Mersey RailC572449:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h38
11:10 Liverpool Central (LVC)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84662+Mersey RailC07948+Northern RailG895739:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h26
11:14 Liverpool Central (LVC)2 changes
Northern RailG89573+Transpennine ExpressG16011+Mersey RailC079529:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h56
11:44 Liverpool Central (LVC)2 changes
Northern RailG89573+Transpennine ExpressW84662+Mersey RailS925539:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h27
11:15 Liverpool Central (LVC)2 changes
Transport for WalesG38406+Mersey RailC07952+Transpennine ExpressG1601110:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h19
11:44 Liverpool Central (LVC)2 changes
Northern RailG86176+Mersey RailC5723310:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h38
12:10 Liverpool Central (LVC)1 change
Northern RailG89581+Transpennine ExpressW84668+Mersey RailC0795610:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h26
12:14 Liverpool Central (LVC)2 changes
Northern RailG89585+East Midlands RailwayC04451+Mersey RailC0796011:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h27
12:44 Liverpool Central (LVC)2 changes
Transport for WalesG38410+Mersey RailG77628+Transpennine ExpressG1590611:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
12:50 Liverpool Central (LVC)2 changes
Northern RailG86181+Mersey RailG7762611:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h33
13:05 Liverpool Central (LVC)1 change
Northern RailG89589+Transpennine ExpressW84674+Mersey RailC0796411:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h26
13:14 Liverpool Central (LVC)2 changes
Transport for WalesG38414+Mersey RailC07968+Transpennine ExpressG1591612:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h19
13:44 Liverpool Central (LVC)2 changes
Northern RailG86122+Mersey RailG7761612:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h33
14:05 Liverpool Central (LVC)1 change
Northern RailG89597+Transpennine ExpressW84679+Mersey RailC0797212:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h26
14:14 Liverpool Central (LVC)2 changes
Transport for WalesG38416+Mersey RailC07976+Transpennine ExpressG1591113:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h19
14:44 Liverpool Central (LVC)2 changes
Northern RailG86141+Mersey RailC5720313:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h38
15:10 Liverpool Central (LVC)1 change
Northern RailG89607+Transpennine ExpressW84685+Mersey RailC0798013:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h26
15:14 Liverpool Central (LVC)2 changes
Transport for WalesG38418+Mersey RailC07984+Transpennine ExpressG1591014:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h19
15:44 Liverpool Central (LVC)2 changes
Northern RailG86154+Mersey RailC5719314:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h38
16:10 Liverpool Central (LVC)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84691+Mersey RailC07988+Northern RailG8961714:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h26
16:14 Liverpool Central (LVC)2 changes
Northern RailG89541+East Midlands RailwayC04462+Mersey RailC0799215:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h27
16:44 Liverpool Central (LVC)2 changes

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Journey information

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

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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Central (LVC) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 1h 17m.

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 11m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
1h 17m
First train
5:03
Last train
21:48
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Wed
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: East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Central (LVC) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Liverpool Central (LVC) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 21m
Cheapest Price
£6
East Midlands Railway frequency
3 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

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
1h 17m
Cheapest Price
£7
Transpennine Express frequency
2 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

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 20m
Cheapest Price
£8
Northern Rail frequency
2 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

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 57m
Cheapest Price
£24
Transport for Wales frequency
1 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

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
£28
TransPennine Express frequency
12 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Price
£9
Northern Trains Limited frequency
18 a day

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

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Central (LVC) 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 Liverpool Central (LVC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Central (LVC) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £12.
The train journey from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Central (LVC) covers a distance of 47 km and takes approximately 1h 17m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Central (LVC) is 47 km.
The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Central (LVC) leaves at 5:03.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Central (LVC) departs at 21:48.
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Central (LVC) run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Central (LVC).
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Liverpool Central (LVC). The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Northern Trains Limited.
To get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Central (LVC), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Central (LVC).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Central (LVC) is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Central (LVC) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central offers limited scenic views, primarily urban and suburban landscapes, with occasional glimpses of the countryside.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Central is feasible. The journey takes 1h 17m and trains run 9 times per day, covering a distance of 47 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Central (LVC).

popular train stations

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

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

Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Liverpool
Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RRWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre

Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £4 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £0.89 · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min

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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