Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport train with Northern Rail (3)

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

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

€7

Average price

€15

Fastest journey

1 h 16 m

Average duration

1 h 34 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

47 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Liverpool Central (LVC) for Manchester Airport on Thu, Nov 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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 Express
04:54AM1h16
Liverpool Central (LVC)
06:10AMManchester Airport
71One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine Express
12:58PM1h38
Liverpool Central (LVC)
02:36PMManchester Airport
121One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
07:13AM1h47
Liverpool Central (LVC)
09:00AMManchester Airport
271One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €7.

Distance: 47 km

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Bus

€12

Average price

€6

Average price

Cheapest

1h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 45m

Average total duration

1h 15m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Northern Rail (3)

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National Express

Most popular bus company

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Live departures

Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 1:51 AM
Last updated at 1:51 AM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
mersey_railS52882+east_midlands_railwayY07456+northern_railY05964
On time
9:28 AM Liverpool Central (LVC)
1h32
11:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2 transfers
mersey_railS52880+transpennine_expressC27110+northern_railY04856
On time
9:58 AM Liverpool Central (LVC)
1h38
11:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

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

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Trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
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
Bus from €5
Distance
47 km
Average train duration
1h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
1h 16m
First train
04:54
Last train
10:43
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
Bus from €5

Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Liverpool Central (LVC) and Manchester Airport from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

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 47m
Cheapest Price
€27
Northern Rail (3) 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

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 16m
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

East Midlands Trains

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 32m
Cheapest Price
€27
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 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

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
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

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 17m
Cheapest Price
€33
first_transpennine_express frequency
23 a day

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 9m
Cheapest Price
€29
east_midlands_trains frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport

FAQs: Travel by train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MAN) can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MAN) is €11; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Manchester Airport (MAN) from Liverpool Central (LVC) is on average 1 h 36 min   for the 46 km long journey, but the time it takes to go to Manchester Airport (MAN) from Liverpool Central (LVC) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MAN) leaves at 06: 58. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MAN) leaves at 17: 58.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MAN) without having to change trains with first_transpennine_express. There is 1 direct train from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MAN) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Manchester Airport (MAN). Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MAN).
For the route from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MAN) you can take a train with Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains or first_transpennine_express. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Manchester Airport (MAN) from Liverpool Central (LVC) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A day trip to Manchester Airport (MAN) from Liverpool Central (LVC) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 36 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport (MAN) by train is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool Central (LVC) and Manchester Airport (MAN) including taking a train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Liverpool Central (LVC) to Manchester Airport

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Manchester
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
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information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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” All platforms can be accessed via lift
  • 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: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transit options for Liverpool Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1

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