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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
$13
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
2h 20m
Average duration
3h 17m
Buses per day
28
Distance
126 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 78 miles (126 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $35 Average price | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Birmingham to Liverpool:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Liverpool costing on average $35 (€29).
Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 44m.
Tickets start at around $13 (€11) compared to roughly $47 (€38) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $34 (€28). The journey takes 2h 44m versus 1h 57m 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, FlixBus, Megabus.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:24AM | Duration 3h39 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 02:39PM | Duration 3h54 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 06:04PM | Duration 3h14 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:29PM | Duration 3h19 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 10:13PM | Duration 2h48 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 10:33PM | Duration 2h58 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 2h54 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Liverpool buses for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX120 · NX170 | 11:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h10 | 2:55 PM Liverpool, University | 1 transfer | |
NX120 · NX170 | 11:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h25 | 3:10 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX120 · NX170 | 11:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h04 | 2:49 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h20 | 2:20 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX590 · NX170 | 12:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h15 | 5:05 PM Liverpool, University | 1 transfer | |
NX590 · NX170 | 12:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h09 | 4:59 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:10 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h25 | 3:35 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 1:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h30 | 5:20 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 · NX170 | 2:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h14 | 6:04 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX170 | 2:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h20 | 6:10 PM Liverpool, University | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX170 | 2:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h35 | 6:25 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX170 | 3:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h55 | 7:35 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX170 | 3:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h34 | 7:14 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX170 | 3:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h40 | 7:20 PM Liverpool, University | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:10 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 3h05 | 7:15 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 5:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h25 | 8:25 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 · NX170 | 6:10 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h35 | 9:45 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX170 | 6:10 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h25 | 9:35 PM Liverpool, University | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX170 | 6:10 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h19 | 9:29 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:15 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h20 | 8:35 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 · NX170 | 7:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h25 | 10:40 PM Liverpool, University | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX170 | 7:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h35 | 10:50 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX170 | 7:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h18 | 10:33 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 transfer | |
NX541 | 8:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h10 | 11:40 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 · NX170 | 9:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 12:55 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX170 | 9:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h58 | 12:38 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX170 | 9:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h05 | 12:45 AM Liverpool, University | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:05 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h25 | 12:30 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, July 19 | |||||
FlixBus | 3:25 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h40 | 6:05 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX421 · NX170 | 5:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h35 | 9:10 AM Liverpool, University | 1 transfer | |
NX421 · NX170 | 5:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h28 | 9:03 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 transfer | |
NX421 | 5:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h00 | 8:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX121 · NX170 | 7:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h39 | 11:24 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 transfer | |
NX121 · NX170 | 7:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h00 | 11:45 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX121 · NX170 | 7:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h45 | 11:30 AM Liverpool, University | 1 transfer | |
NX120 · NX170 | 9:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h35 | 12:35 PM Liverpool, University | 1 transfer | |
NX120 · NX170 | 9:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h29 | 12:29 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 transfer | |
NX120 | 9:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h30 | 12:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX121 · NX170 | 10:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h15 | 1:45 PM Liverpool, University | 1 transfer | |
NX121 · NX170 | 10:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h09 | 1:39 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 transfer | |
NX121 · NX170 | 10:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 3h30 | 2:00 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:05 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h45 | 1:50 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Birmingham to Liverpool run on average 43 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 78 miles (126 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 78 miles (126 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 43 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Liverpool buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool, University. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Liverpool bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
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.
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