The cheapest and fastest buses from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
50 m
Buses per day
43
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 43 buses that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for Manchester Airport on Tue, Mar 17, 43 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 17 the direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
On Tue, Mar 17 the slowest buses will take 55 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.
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Compare bus and train for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester 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 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
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$8 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price |
1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:48AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:18AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:33AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:28AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:32AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:43AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:47AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:58AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:02AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h08 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Northern Rail (3) | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:13AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:17AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator TransPennine Express | Departure Time 09:22AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h38 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:28AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:32AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator TransPennine Express | Departure Time 09:54AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 1h31 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator TransPennine Express | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator TransPennine Express | Departure Time 10:54AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 1h31 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:58AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:02AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:13PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:17PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:43PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:47PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:43PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:47PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:58PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:02PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:28PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:32PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:48PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:52PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:23PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:27PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:23PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:27PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport buses for tomorrow, Monday, March 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX170 | Delayed 7:50 AM 2:40 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h05 | 9:10 AM 9:10 AMManchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | Delayed 11:15 AM 2:45 AMLiverpool, University | 1h00 | 9:10 AM 9:10 AMManchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 2:48 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0h57 | 3:45 AM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | Delayed 7:50 AM 5:10 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h05 | 9:10 AM 9:10 AMManchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | Delayed 11:15 AM 5:15 AMLiverpool, University | 1h00 | 9:10 AM 9:10 AMManchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 5:18 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0h57 | 6:15 AM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | Delayed 2:35 PM 6:20 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 10:30 AM 10:30 AMManchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 6:28 AM Liverpool, University | 1h02 | 7:30 AM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 6:32 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0h58 | 7:30 AM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 7:50 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h20 | 9:10 AM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | Delayed 11:15 AM 7:58 AMLiverpool, University | 1h12 | 9:10 AM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 8:02 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1h08 | 9:10 AM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | Delayed 2:35 PM 9:20 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 10:30 AM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 9:28 AM Liverpool, University | 1h02 | 10:30 AM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 9:32 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0h58 | 10:30 AM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1h00 | 11:30 AM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0h45 | 11:30 AM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 10:50 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 12:00 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | Delayed 11:15 AM 10:58 AMLiverpool, University | 1h02 | 12:00 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 11:02 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0h58 | 12:00 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | Delayed 2:35 PM 12:05 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 1:15 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 12:13 PM Liverpool, University | 1h02 | 1:15 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 12:17 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0h58 | 1:15 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 1:35 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 2:45 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 1:43 PM Liverpool, University | 1h02 | 2:45 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 1:47 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0h58 | 2:45 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | On time 2:35 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 3:45 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 2:43 PM Liverpool, University | 1h02 | 3:45 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 2:47 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0h58 | 3:45 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 4:05 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h25 | 5:30 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 4:15 PM Liverpool, University | 1h15 | 5:30 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 4:20 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1h10 | 5:30 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | On time 5:40 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 6:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 5:48 PM Liverpool, University | 1h02 | 6:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 5:52 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0h58 | 6:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0h55 | 7:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0h45 | 7:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 7:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h05 | 8:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 7:23 PM Liverpool, University | 0h57 | 8:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 7:27 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0h53 | 8:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | On time 9:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h05 | 10:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport
Buses from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport run on average 38 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by train.
There are 37 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:58, the last at 21:23. The fastest bus covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 45m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 38 |
Direct buses 37 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 07:58 |
Last bus 21:23 |
Cheapest month Apr |
Cheapest day Sat |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Jul - Sep |
Busiest day Tue |
Least busy day Sun |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester AirportYou can travel by bus between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as $5 (€4). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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