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Acclaimed branch of the Imperial War Museums covering modern conflict, personal stories, and the impact of war in a dramatic dock building.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$7
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$7
Fastest journey on Sep 18
45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
45 m
Buses on Sep 18
1
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Altrincham to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Altrincham to Liverpool will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 1 buses from Altrincham to Liverpool, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 42 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 45 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Altrincham to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $9 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, while a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 26 miles (42 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Altrincham to Liverpool:
A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Altrincham to Liverpool costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 31m.
Tickets start at around $9 (€8) compared to roughly $11 (€9) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $2 (€2). The journey takes 59m versus 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
The table below shows live departures for Altrincham to Liverpool buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX421 | 7:15 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h20 | 8:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 8:10 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h15 | 9:25 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 8:10 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 9:10 AM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 9:20 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 9:05 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 10:50 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 10:35 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 10:05 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h50 | 10:55 AM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 10:05 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h05 | 11:10 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX120 | 10:45 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h45 | 12:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 12:00 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h05 | 1:05 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 12:00 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h50 | 12:50 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 1:20 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 1:05 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h25 | 3:15 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 1:55 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h05 | 3:00 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 1:55 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h50 | 2:45 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h30 | 4:30 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 3:55 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 4:55 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 3:55 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h15 | 5:10 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 5:05 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h10 | 5:30 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 6:25 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 6:40 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 5:55 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h50 | 6:45 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 5:55 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h05 | 7:00 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 7:20 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 7:35 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 8:15 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 8:30 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 7:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h05 | 8:45 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 7:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h50 | 8:30 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 9:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 10:20 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 9:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 10:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 10:25 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 10:40 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 11:15 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h44 | 11:59 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 11:15 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 12:10 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Altrincham to Liverpool run on average 34 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 34 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 26 miles (42 km) distance in 44m.
Distance 26 miles (42 km) |
Average bus duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 34 |
Fastest bus 44m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Liverpool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Liverpool trip today.
Acclaimed branch of the Imperial War Museums covering modern conflict, personal stories, and the impact of war in a dramatic dock building.
Large free museum covering archaeology, natural history, world cultures, and planetarium shows. Excellent for broad insight into the region.
Modern museum telling Liverpool’s story from port city to pop culture capital, with social history, transport, and riverfront galleries.
Scenic riverside promenade with Mersey views, public art, and access to major museums. Ideal for a relaxed walk along the waterfront.
Historic commercial street with restored warehouses, boutiques, and nightlife. Great for architecture, independent shops, and city atmosphere.
Creative district known for independent venues, street art, and converted warehouses. A good area to explore Liverpool’s contemporary culture.
A hearty beef and vegetable stew long linked with Liverpool's seafaring history. It is the city's signature comfort food and gave Liverpudlians the nickname 'Scousers'.
A baked potato filled with corned beef, a classic Merseyside chip shop and pub snack. It is a simple local favourite tied to everyday working-class food culture.
A dense spiced fruit loaf or cake served sliced with butter. Popular across Merseyside, it is a traditional teatime bake with a long local following.
Elegant fine dining restaurant by Chef Paul Askew, known for seasonal British tasting menus and polished service in a refined city-centre setting.
Stylish modern restaurant in the Baltic Triangle serving small plates and seasonal British cooking in a relaxed but ambitious setting.
Historic dining room in the Philharmonic pub, celebrated for classic British dishes and a grand traditional atmosphere with strong local character.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while transit and casual meals are fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes and pubs: no tip expected, small change appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Altrincham to Liverpool by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Altrincham to Liverpool buses use the Manchester, Airport to Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool, University. Use this guide to compare Altrincham and Liverpool bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café in the Station (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place.
Available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place: Elevators, ramps.
Liverpool, University is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, University has practical services for this route, including Taxis.
Available at Liverpool, University: Taxis.
Liverpool, Liverpool One is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, Liverpool One has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret A Manger (in the station), Costa Coffee (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool, Liverpool One.
Available at Liverpool, Liverpool One: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, Liverpool One: Elevators, ramps.
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