Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train with Transpennine Express

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

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Oct

Cheapest price on 13 Oct

£6

Average ticket price on 13 Oct

£11

Fastest journey on 13 Oct

1 h 6 m

Average journey duration on 13 Oct

1 h 8 m

Trains on 13 Oct

71

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 £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.

Fast trains

On Tue 13 Oct, we found 71 trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), including 13 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 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 ExpressC24619 · G15900
    14:441h15
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    15:59Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £61One-way
    1 change
  • Transpennine ExpressC24619 · W84692
    14:441h16
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    16:00Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £61One-way
    1 change
  • Transpennine ExpressW85191 · G15900
    14:041h55
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    15:59Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £61One-way
    1 change
  • Transpennine ExpressG16001 · C24979
    19:441h15
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    20:59Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £61One-way
    1 change
  • Transpennine ExpressC24655 · C24984
    21:401h25
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    23:05Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    £61One-way
    1 change

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 16 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. 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 03:07, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 49m.

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
Distance
47 km
Average train duration
1h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
£3
Trains per day
16
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
49m
First train
3:07
Last train
22:07
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
21 days
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

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, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
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
Transpennine ExpressW85182+East Midlands RailwayC21590
On time
12:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
13:29 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 RailG89593+Transpennine ExpressG1590712:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h42
13:59 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
Transpennine ExpressW85188+East Midlands RailwayC2181113:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
14:29 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 · G1592213:44 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
Transpennine ExpressW85191+East Midlands RailwayC21591
On time
14:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
15:29 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 RailG89614+Transpennine ExpressG15900
On time
14:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h42
15:59 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
Transpennine ExpressW85196+East Midlands RailwayC21810
On time
15:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
16:29 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 RailG8616315:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
16:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG16020 · C2496515:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
16:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressG16020 · W8469715:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h16
17:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89543+Transpennine ExpressW8469715:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
17:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85201+East Midlands RailwayC21593
On time
16:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
17:29 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
Transpennine ExpressW85206+East Midlands RailwayC21809
On time
17:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
18:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85206+East Midlands RailwayC21809
On time
17:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
18:29 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 RailG89554 · G86173
On time
17:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h36
18:53 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
Transpennine ExpressW85208+East Midlands RailwayC21595
On time
18:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
19:29 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
Transpennine ExpressC24372 · C24979
On time
19:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h55
20:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24372+East Midlands RailwayC21803
On time
19:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
20:29 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 RailG89571+Transpennine ExpressC24979
On time
19:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h42
20:59 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
Transpennine ExpressW85210+East Midlands RailwayC04474
On time
20:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h26
21:30 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
Northern RailG89583+Transpennine ExpressW84727
On time
20:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
22:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84750+Northern RailG86143
On time
21:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h48
22:52 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)
1h07
23:55 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
Tuesday 13 October
Transpennine ExpressC25044+Northern RailG86120
On time
3:21 Manchester Airport (MIA)
3h00
6:21 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)		1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15887+Northern RailG861204:28 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h53
6:21 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transport for WalesG38386+Transpennine ExpressW847615:25 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
Northern RailG89542+Transpennine ExpressW846435:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h13
7:01 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transport for WalesG38390+Transpennine ExpressW847666:25 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
Northern RailG89548+Transpennine ExpressW846466:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
8:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85165+East Midlands RailwayC044367:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
8:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89552+East Midlands RailwayC044367:17 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 · G160187:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
8:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89556+Transpennine ExpressW846517:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
9:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85168+East Midlands RailwayC044398:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
9:29 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 RailG861658:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
9:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressG15896 · C249458:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
9:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89564+Transpennine ExpressW846568:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
10:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85170+East Midlands RailwayC044449:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
10:29 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 RailG89569+Transpennine ExpressG160139:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h42
10:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG861709:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
10:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24590 · G160139:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
10:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89573+Transpennine ExpressW846619:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
11:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85177+East Midlands RailwayC2180410:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
11:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89577+East Midlands RailwayC2180410:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
11:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89577+Transpennine ExpressC2495210:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h42
11:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG8617610:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h21
11:53 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC24597 · C2495210:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h15
11:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89581+Transpennine ExpressW8466710:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
12:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85179+East Midlands RailwayC2181211:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h25
12:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89585+East Midlands RailwayC2181211:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
12:29 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change
Northern RailG89585+Transpennine ExpressC2495411:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h42
12:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)1 change

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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 Transpennine Express Duration
49m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£3
Transpennine Express frequency
7 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 East Midlands Railway Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£6
East Midlands Railway frequency
4 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

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 Northern Rail Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£3
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

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 Transport for Wales Duration
54m
Cheapest Transport for Wales Price
£6
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

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 £3, while the average price tends to be around £12.
The train journey from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) covers a distance of 47 km and takes approximately 49m. Trains run 16 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 3:07.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) departs at 22:07.
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run approximately 16 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 4 times per day, provided by Northern Rail.
There is no night train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
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, 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 · £0.89 · 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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Return trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
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Most popular trains to and from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Airport (MIA)

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