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Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Buses per day
45
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Liverpool to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to London will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 45 buses that leave Liverpool for London on Sat, May 23, 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct buses cover the 286 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest buses will take 5 h 30 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $39.
Distance: 177 miles (286 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price Cheapest | $102 Average price | $111 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration Fastest 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Liverpool to London:
A bus is $79 (€64) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to London costing on average $102 (€83).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 36m.
Bus takes on average 5h 29m.
Tickets start at around $23 (€18) compared to roughly $111 (€90) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $89 (€72). The journey takes 5h 29m versus 4h 17m 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 National Express | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to London buses for today, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 11:45 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h00 | 5:45 AM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h45 | 5:30 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h20 | 6:05 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h05 | 5:50 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 1 transfer | |
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NX421 | On time 1:45 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h40 | 8:25 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX421 · NX410 · NX032 | 1:45 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 8h30 | 10:15 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX421 · NX210 · NX032 | 1:45 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 8h30 | 10:15 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX421 · NX210 · NX444 | 1:45 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h10 | 8:55 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX170 · NX540 | Delayed 3:45 AM 2:30 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h20 | 9:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX540 | Delayed 3:45 AM 3:30 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h20 | 10:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:40 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h35 | 11:15 AM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h50 | 11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h15 | 10:55 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | On time 6:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h20 | 12:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 · NX444 · NX032 | On time 6:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 8h55 | 2:55 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX540 · NX035 · NX401 | On time 6:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 8h55 | 2:55 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX540 · NX444 · NX032 | On time 6:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 8h45 | 2:45 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX540 · NX444 · NX401 | On time 6:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 8h55 | 2:55 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX541 | 7:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h05 | 2:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 · NX409 | 7:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 8h50 | 4:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:05 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h05 | 3:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h30 | 2:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | On time 9:30 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h20 | 3:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 · NX035 · NX444 | On time 9:30 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 9h00 | 6:30 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX540 · NX502 · NX444 | On time 9:30 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 9h00 | 6:30 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 6h15 | 5:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 6h50 | 5:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:50 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h20 | 5:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:50 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h45 | 4:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:50 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h05 | 4:55 PM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 11:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h10 | 6:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 · NX210 · NX032 | 11:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 9h00 | 8:00 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX170 · NX541 | On time 11:20 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h55 | 7:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 6h30 | 6:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 5h55 | 6:15 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
NX540 | On time 1:10 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h30 | 7:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h25 | 6:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h00 | 7:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 1:45 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h55 | 8:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 · NX210 · NX030 | 1:45 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 8h45 | 10:30 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX541 | 2:55 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h50 | 9:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 · NX403 · NX025 | 2:55 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 9h35 | 12:30 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h45 | 9:10 PM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h00 | 9:25 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h30 | 8:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | On time 4:40 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h10 | 10:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 · NX540 | On time 5:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h35 | 11:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:50 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h45 | 11:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:50 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h20 | 11:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Liverpool to London run on average 49 times per day, taking around 5h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 23 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 177 miles (286 km) distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 177 miles (286 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 49 |
Direct buses 23 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:57 PM |
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