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

Showing times and prices for Dec 04

Cheapest price

€12

Average price

€12

Fastest journey

1 h 13 m

Average duration

1 h 13 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

44 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool John Lennon Airport will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Liverpool John Lennon Airport on Thu, Dec 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Dec 04 the direct trains cover the 44 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 13 m .

On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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.

East Midlands Trains
09:37AM1h13
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
10:50AMLiverpool John Lennon Airport
€121One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool John Lennon 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 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €6.

Distance: 44 km

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€11

Average price

€6

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1h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

49m

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1h 38m

Average total duration

1h 8m

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Live departures

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

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool John Lennon Airport trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 5:49 AM
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Tickets
northern_rail7:33 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h28
9:01 AM Liverpool John Lennon Airport0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway9:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h13
10:50 AM Liverpool John Lennon Airport0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

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

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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool John Lennon Airport run on average 15 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:33, the last at 09:37. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 1h 6m.

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
44 km
Average train duration
49m
Cheapest ticket price
€6
Trains per day
15
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
1h 6m
First train
06:33
Last train
09:37
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: TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool John Lennon Airport trainsTransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Liverpool John Lennon Airport from €5. 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 Duration
42m
Cheapest Price
€5
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 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 6m
Cheapest Price
€9
East Midlands Trains frequency
6 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 Trains

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 28m
Cheapest Price
€6
Northern Rail (3) frequency
5 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

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

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

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) can start from as little as €4 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) is €7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) train time is 38 min   covering the 44 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) leaves at 05: 07. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) leaves at 21: 19.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) without having to change trains with East Midlands Trains. There are 8 direct trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL). Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL).
Take the Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) train with East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3) or TransPennine Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 19.
A day trip to Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is worth doing with a journey time of 38 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) is August.
You have options as you can travel between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) 2 different ways: coach or train.

popular train stations

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

Manchester
Liverpool
Manchester PiccadillyWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Carluccio’s
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Costa Coffee
  • Pret a Manger
  • Upper Crust
  • McDonald's
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
  • Premier Inn Manchester City
  • Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
  • Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
  • Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales

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