The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Liverpool
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Liverpool will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 12 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Liverpool on Thu, Feb 26, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 26 the direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
On Thu, Feb 26 the slowest trains will take 1 h 15 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.
C74077+
Y12431
C74097+
Y12446
C74079+
Y12436
C74099+
Y12448
L36863 · L37234
L08230+
L36570
L08233+
C43534
L08222+
Y12446
L08638+
Y12431
L36863 · L37234Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester Airport to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 47 km
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€11 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Airport to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Liverpool trains for today, Wednesday, February 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:48 PM Manchester Airport | 1h12 | 6:00 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, February 26 | |||||
C74077+ Y12431 | On time 8:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h25 | 9:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L08638+ Y12431 | On time 8:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h12 | 9:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
Y25279 | On time 8:32 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h21 | 9:53 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L36834 · L37219 | On time 8:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h15 | 9:59 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L08233+ C43534 | On time 8:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h12 | 10:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
C74079+ Y12436 | On time 9:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h25 | 10:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
C74097+ Y12446 | On time 1:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h25 | 2:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L08222+ Y12446 | On time 1:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h12 | 2:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
Y25232 | On time 1:32 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h21 | 2:53 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L36863 · L37234 | On time 1:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h15 | 2:59 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
L08230+ L36570 | On time 1:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h12 | 3:00 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool
Trains from Manchester Airport to Liverpool run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:02, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 08:02 |
Last train 23:07 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport to Liverpool trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Liverpool 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: Trains from Manchester Airport to Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Liverpool 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Airport to Liverpool
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- The Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located in the main concourse.
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:51 - 00:16 Saturday 05:51 - 00:16 Sunday 07:51 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: shelter by station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stand 4, located in the main concourse area
- 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.
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
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