- Must visit
Science and Industry Museum
Major museum on Manchester’s industrial heritage, science, engineering, and transport, set on the historic Liverpool Road site.
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Buses per day
36
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Liverpool to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Manchester will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 36 buses that leave Liverpool for Manchester on Thu, Jul 09, 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 09 the direct buses cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
On Thu, Jul 09 the slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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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NX421
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NX540Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 31 miles (50 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m 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 Liverpool to Manchester:
A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Manchester costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 27m.
Tickets start at around $8 (€7) compared to roughly $13 (€11) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $5 (€4). The journey takes 1h 27m versus 1h 2m 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, Megabus, FlixBus.
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 02:35AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:53AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:43AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:53AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:58AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:03AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:58AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h42 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:03AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:13AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:18AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:58AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:13AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:23AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:13AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:28AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:48AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:38PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:33PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 1h32 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:48PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:03PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:13PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:23PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h22 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:43PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 1h22 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:28PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h22 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:38PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h22 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Transpennine Express | Departure Time 11:19PM | Arrival Time 01:44AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Manchester buses for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX170 | Delayed 8:50 AM 2:30 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h25 | 3:55 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | Delayed 8:50 AM 4:15 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h30 | 5:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | Delayed 8:50 AM 5:45 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h35 | 7:20 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 5:53 AM Liverpool, University | 1h27 | 7:20 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 6:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 7:10 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | Delayed 8:50 AM 7:55 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h35 | 9:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 8:03 AM Liverpool, University | 1h27 | 9:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | On time 8:55 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h05 | 10:00 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 9:50 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h35 | 11:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 9:58 AM Liverpool, University | 1h27 | 11:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1h40 | 12:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1h25 | 12:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 11:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 12:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 11:40 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h35 | 1:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 11:48 AM Liverpool, University | 1h27 | 1:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1h30 | 1:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1h20 | 1:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | On time 1:20 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h05 | 2:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 1:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h05 | 2:35 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 1:40 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h35 | 3:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 1:48 PM Liverpool, University | 1h27 | 3:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 2:20 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h05 | 3:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 3:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h50 | 5:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 3:40 PM Liverpool, University | 1h40 | 5:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | On time 4:25 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h20 | 5:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 5:35 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h30 | 7:05 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 5:43 PM Liverpool, University | 1h22 | 7:05 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1h35 | 8:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1h25 | 8:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 7:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h30 | 9:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 7:38 PM Liverpool, University | 1h22 | 9:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1h30 | 11:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1h20 | 11:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 9 | |||||
NX170 | 2:30 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h25 | 3:55 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 2:35 AM Liverpool, University | 1h20 | 3:55 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 4:15 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h30 | 5:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 4:20 AM Liverpool, University | 1h25 | 5:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Liverpool to Manchester run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by train.
There are 29 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 29 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Manchester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Manchester trip today.
Major museum on Manchester’s industrial heritage, science, engineering, and transport, set on the historic Liverpool Road site.
Large university museum with noted natural history, archaeology, and cultural collections; recently renewed and very popular.
Football museum with trophies, memorabilia, and interactive exhibits; one of the city’s best-known paid attractions.
Creative district known for street art, independent shops, music culture, and photogenic corners popular with younger visitors.
Historic canalside area with Roman origins, warehouses, waterside walks, and one of the city’s most scenic urban settings.
Important civic square framed by major buildings and transport links, often used as a central point for exploring the city.
A classic local dessert made with shortcrust pastry, raspberry jam, custard, coconut, and a cherry. It is one of Manchester’s best-known traditional sweets.
A famous pastry from Eccles in Greater Manchester, filled with currants, sugar, and spice. It is a long-established regional bake closely associated with the area.
A traditional blood sausage strongly linked with nearby Bury and widely eaten in Manchester, often served at breakfast. It is a staple of the region’s food culture.
A well-known casual spot celebrated for high-quality Neapolitan pizza, relaxed service, and consistently strong local reputation.
A popular casual venue for Indian street food and craft beer, known for lively atmosphere and strong vegetarian selection.
An established fine-dining restaurant in The Midland, known for polished modern British cooking and elegant historic surroundings.
Moderate by UK standards. Budget food is easy to find, but hotels and central dining cost more.
Service charge may be added in restaurants. If not, tip 10-12.5% for good service. Round up taxis. Tipping is not expected for pubs or counter service.
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Manchester Airport, Manchester -> Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester
Liverpool and Manchester - the two English cities are best known for their football clubs, which are among the largest teams in the world. Since the two cities are very close to each other, the football clubs have a very big rivalry. But even apart from football, the two cities in the north of England have a lot to offer. Liverpool has some great churches and museums, while Manchester has some of the most impressive buildings on the island. If you want to travel from one city to the next, you can use the Liverpool - Manchester bus, for example. The latter usually manages the distance in less than an hour.
All Buses Liverpool to Manchester are operated by National Express. The company offers almost all buses in England, as well as many other connections in the rest of Europe. The Bus Liverpool - Manchester connection is logically one of the most important in the country.
A direct bus ride from Liverpool to Manchester takes between one and one and a half hours depending on traffic. The journeys of National Express are all direct connections. This is very convenient for travellers because they do not have to stop and change buses. With a distance of 60 kilometres, it is also clear that buses travel directly from one city to another.
The bus from Liverpool to Manchester departs every day at many different times. From 2 a.m. until 11:40 p.m., National Express operates buses for this service almost every hour. This allows travellers to find a suitable bus between the cities at any time of day.
At which bus station does the bus leave from Liverpool? The buses to Manchester all depart from One Bus Station at Canning Place in Liverpool. The bus station is centrally located in the city centre. The Liverpool ONE shopping center, for example, is within walking distance of the station. Passengers can reach the bus station either by taxi or by train from any point in the city. There are no shops or kiosks, but in the area around the station you can buy waiting snacks.
At which bus station does the bus arrive in Manchester? All National Express buses arrive in Manchester at the Manchester Coach Station. This is located in the city centre, near the Piccadilly Gardens. Manchester does not have an S-Bahn, so a taxi or footpath is the only way to get from the station to your next destination.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Manchester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Liverpool to Manchester buses use the Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place to Manchester, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester, Airport. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Manchester 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.
Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
Manchester, Airport is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Burger King (in the station), Giraffe (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Airport.
Available at Manchester, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
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