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

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

Showing times and prices for 15 Jul

Cheapest price

£6

Average price

£15

Fastest journey

1 h 6 m

Average duration

1 h 8 m

Trains per day

87

Distance

47 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.

Fast trains

Of the 87 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) every day 18 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 8 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 12 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 ExpressC24659 · W84738
    22:441h13
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    23:57Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £61One-way
    1 change
  • Transpennine ExpressC24655 · W84734
    21:401h20
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    23:00Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £61One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89617+Transpennine ExpressG15872
    14:481h46
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    16:34Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £91One-way
    1 change
  • Transport for WalesG38386+Transpennine ExpressW84761
    5:251h06
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    6:31Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £91One-way
    1 change
  • Transpennine ExpressG16016 · W84714
    18:441h16
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    20:00Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £101One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 6m. 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 36m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 6m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 46m

Average total duration

1h 16m

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Live departures

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

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressC25044+Northern RailG86120
Delayed
2:27 3:21Manchester Airport (MIA)
3h00
6:21 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24464+Northern RailG86120
On time
4:07 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h14
6:21 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15887+Northern RailG86120
On time
4:28 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h53
6:21 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Transport for WalesG38386+Transpennine ExpressW84761
On time
5:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h06
6:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG861315:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
6:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24567 · W847665:40 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h52
7:32 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89542+Transpennine ExpressW846435:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h13
7:01 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transport for WalesG38390+Transpennine ExpressW84766
On time
6:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h07
7:32 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG861496:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h20
7:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG15888 · G16008
On time
6:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h17
8:01 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG89548+Transpennine ExpressW846466:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
8:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89552+East Midlands RailwayC04436
On time
7:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
8:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG861597:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
8:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG15897 · G16018
On time
7:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
8:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG89556+Transpennine ExpressW84651
On time
7:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
9:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG89560+East Midlands RailwayC044398:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
9:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG86165
On time
8:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
9:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG15896 · C24945
On time
8:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
9:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG89564+Transpennine ExpressW84656
On time
8:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
10:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG89569+East Midlands RailwayC044449:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
10:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG861709:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
10:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24590 · G16013
On time
9:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
10:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG89573+Transpennine ExpressW84661
On time
9:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
11:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG89577+East Midlands RailwayC21804
On time
10:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
11:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG8617610:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
11:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24597 · C24952
On time
10:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
11:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG89581+Transpennine ExpressW84667
On time
10:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
12:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG89585+East Midlands RailwayC21812
On time
11:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
12:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG86181
On time
11:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
12:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG16000 · C2495411:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
12:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89589+Transpennine ExpressW84673
On time
11:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
13:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG89593+East Midlands RailwayC21590
On time
12:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
13:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG8612212:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
13:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24608 · G1590712:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
13:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89597+Transpennine ExpressW8468012:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
14:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89602+East Midlands RailwayC2181113:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
14:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG8614113:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
14:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG16023 · G15922
On time
13:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
14:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG89607+Transpennine ExpressW8468613:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
15:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89614+East Midlands RailwayC21591
On time
14:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
15:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG8615414:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
15:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24619 · G1590014:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
15:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89617+Transpennine ExpressW84692
On time
14:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
16:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG89541+East Midlands RailwayC2181015:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
16:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG86163
On time
15:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
16:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG16020 · W8469715:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
17:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressG16020 · C2496515:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
16:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89543+Transpennine ExpressW8469715:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
17:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89546+East Midlands RailwayC21593
On time
16:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
17:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG86167
On time
16:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
17:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24631 · C24969
On time
16:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
17:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG89550+Transpennine ExpressW8470216:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
18:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89554+East Midlands RailwayC21809
On time
17:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
18:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG8617317:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
18:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24637 · C24972
On time
17:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
18:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG89558+Transpennine ExpressW84708
On time
17:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
19:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG89562+East Midlands RailwayC21595
On time
18:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
19:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG8617818:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
19:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG16016 · W8471418:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
20:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89566+Transpennine ExpressW8471418:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
20:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89571+East Midlands RailwayC21803
On time
19:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
20:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG86182
On time
19:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
20:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG16001 · C2497919:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
20:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89575+Transpennine ExpressW84720
On time
19:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
21:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG89579+East Midlands RailwayC04474
On time
20:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h13
21:30 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG8613320:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
21:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG15949 · C24980
On time
20:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
22:05 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG89583+Transpennine ExpressW84727
On time
20:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
22:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG8614321:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h20
22:52 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24655 · C24984
On time
21:40 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
23:05 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Northern RailG89591+Transpennine ExpressW8473421:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
23:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89599+Transpennine ExpressW8473822:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h09
23:57 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG8615623:07 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
0:28 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transport for WalesG38427+Transpennine ExpressC24988
On time
23:25 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h06
0:31 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change

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Why should you book Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains with Omio?

Northern Rail as well as Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales and more offer trains services from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).

Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

  • 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 Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).

Why book with Omio over Trip, Wanderu or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
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Journey information

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

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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:48, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 1h 6m.

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 6m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Trains per day
14
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
1h 6m
First train
3:48
Last train
23:41
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Sat
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, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 20m
Cheapest Price
£5
Northern Rail frequency
4 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
1h 9m
Cheapest Price
£7
Transpennine Express frequency
5 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 19m
Cheapest Price
£6
East Midlands Railway frequency
5 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 6m
Cheapest Price
£7
Transport for Wales frequency
2 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 Lime Street (LIV) train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The train journey from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) covers a distance of 47 km and takes approximately 1h 6m. Trains run 14 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is 47 km.
The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 3:48.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) departs at 23:41.
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run approximately 14 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV). The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
To get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Lime Street is not typically considered scenic, as it primarily passes through urban and suburban landscapes without notable natural or tourist attractions along the route.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street is feasible. The journey takes 1h 6m, covers 47 km, and there are 12 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).

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

Most Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trains use the Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport (MIA) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 · £0.90 · 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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Most popular trains to and from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Airport (MIA)

Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield station (SHF) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds train
London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
London Liverpool Street (LST) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train
Glasgow Central (GLC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Leeds station (LDS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Central (GLC) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Sheffield train
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
London Bridge (LBG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
London Waterloo (WAT) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Euston (EUS) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train
Birmingham International Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Wakefield Westgate (WKF) train
London Paddington (PAD) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train
Stratford (London) (SRA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
London Kings Cross (KGX) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Watford Junction (WFJ) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
London Euston (EUS) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Central (LVC) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool train
London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Victoria (VIC) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Newcastle station (NCL) train
London St Pancras International (STP) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
London Victoria (VIC) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
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