The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 2 m
Trains on 18 Sept
7
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) 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 South Parkway (LPY) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 7 trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY), including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.
21:171h22Manchester Airport (MIA)22:39Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)£91One-way0 changes
17:441h05Manchester Airport (MIA)18:49Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)£111One-way0 changes
16:481h25Manchester Airport (MIA)18:13Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)£111One-way0 changes
9:171h00Manchester Airport (MIA)10:17Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)£121One-way0 changes
15:481h01Manchester Airport (MIA)16:49Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)£131One-way0 changes
9:171h00Manchester Airport (MIA)10:17Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)£121One-way0 changes
7:171h00Manchester Airport (MIA)8:17Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)£241One-way0 changes
15:481h01Manchester Airport (MIA)16:49Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)£131One-way0 changes
10:441h05Manchester Airport (MIA)11:49Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)£151One-way0 changes
17:441h05Manchester Airport (MIA)18:49Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 41 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£9 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY):
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) costing on average £17.
Other travel options to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) take longer:
Train takes on average 56m.
Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-6.28. The journey takes 56m versus 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:30 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h08 | 10:38 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h05 | 9:49 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h01 | 12:49 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h00 | 14:17 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h00 | 15:17 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h01 | 15:49 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h01 | 18:49 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h22 | 21:39 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h30 | 22:47 Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) | 0 changesdirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail or East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY)
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 52m.
Distance 41 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 21:44 |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) trainsTranspennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool South Parkway (LPY) 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 South Parkway (LPY), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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