Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 12

Cheapest price on Sep 12

€10

Average ticket price on Sep 12

€18

Fastest journey on Sep 12

1 h 1 m

Average journey duration on Sep 12

1 h 1 m

Trains on Sep 12

25

Distance

44 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) without transferring at least once.

  • Arriva Bus+East Midlands RailwayC04355
    9:40 AM1h01
    Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
    10:41 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    101One-way
    1 transfer
  • Arriva Bus+East Midlands RailwayC04349
    7:30 AM1h11
    Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
    8:41 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    101One-way
    1 transfer
  • Arriva Bus+East Midlands RailwayC04345
    6:30 AM1h11
    Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
    7:41 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    101One-way
    1 transfer
  • Arriva Bus+East Midlands RailwayC04370
    2:40 PM1h01
    Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
    3:41 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    101One-way
    1 transfer
  • Arriva Bus+East Midlands RailwayC04376
    4:40 PM1h01
    Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
    5:41 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    101One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, while a train costs an average of €11.

Distance: 44 km

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Driving

€11

Average price

€5

Average price

Cheapest

€10

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 4m

Average total duration

1h 34m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

51m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Transpennine Express

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is a bus with an average price of €5.

This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):

A bus is €6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average €11.

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is by train with an average journey time of 49m.

Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool John Lennon Airport and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) including taking a bus and train.

Live departures

Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressW84652+Arriva Bus6:00 AM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h11
7:11 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04345+Arriva Bus6:30 AM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h11
7:41 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84659+Arriva Bus6:50 AM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h21
8:11 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04349+Arriva Bus7:30 AM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h11
8:41 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84664+Arriva Bus8:10 AM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h01
9:11 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04351+Arriva Bus8:30 AM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h11
9:41 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84671+Arriva Bus9:10 AM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h01
10:11 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04355+Arriva Bus9:40 AM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h01
10:41 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84676+Arriva Bus10:10 AM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h01
11:11 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04358+Arriva Bus10:25 AM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h16
11:41 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84682+Arriva Bus11:10 AM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h01
12:11 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04361+Arriva Bus11:40 AM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h01
12:41 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84687+Arriva Bus12:10 PM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h01
1:11 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04364+Arriva Bus12:40 PM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h01
1:41 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84693+Arriva Bus1:10 PM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h01
2:11 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21580+Arriva Bus1:40 PM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h01
2:41 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84701+Arriva Bus2:10 PM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h01
3:11 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04370+Arriva Bus2:40 PM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h01
3:41 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84706+Arriva Bus3:10 PM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h01
4:11 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Arriva Bus+East Midlands RailwayC043733:40 PM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h01
4:41 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Arriva Bus+Transpennine ExpressW847114:10 PM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h01
5:11 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04376+Arriva Bus4:40 PM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h01
5:41 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Arriva Bus+Transpennine ExpressW847175:10 PM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h01
6:11 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21582+Arriva Bus5:33 PM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h08
6:41 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW84724+Arriva Bus6:03 PM Liverpool, John Lennon Airport
1h08
7:11 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 transfer

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Why should you book Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains with Omio?

Transpennine Express as well as East Midlands Railway or Northern Rail offer trains services from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway or Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Trip?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway or Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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Trains from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 08:05, the last at 09:31. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 1h 10m.

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 €4
Distance
44 km
Average train duration
49m
Cheapest ticket price
€10
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
1h 10m
First train
8:05 AM
Last train
9:31 AM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
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 €4

Train companies: Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTranspennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail trains will get you between Liverpool John Lennon Airport and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
1h 1m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
€18
Transpennine Express frequency
4 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 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 10m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
€10
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

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
2h 25m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
€14
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

FAQs: Trains from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (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 average journey time by train from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 1h 10m to travel the 44 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 8:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 9:31 AM.
There are 10 trains a day from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) which require at least one change with Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). You can choose between East Midlands Railway. East Midlands Railway trains take around 1h 10m
When taking a train from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), you can count on Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail for the best way to get you to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Liverpool John Lennon Airport and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from Liverpool John Lennon Airport is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool John Lennon Airport and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) including taking a bus and train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Liverpool John Lennon Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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

Departure train stations in Liverpool
Arrival train stations in Manchester
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre

Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · €2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · €2 · every ~47 min

Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services

Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.

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