The cheapest and fastest buses from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
12 h 28 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 5 buses that leave London Gatwick Airport for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) on Sun, Jul 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 19 the direct buses cover the 314 km distance in an average of 12 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Sun, Jul 19 the slowest buses will take 14 h 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.
10:30 PM14h45London Gatwick Airport1:15 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$221One-way0 transfers
11:30 PM14h45London Gatwick Airport2:15 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$251One-way0 transfers
10:45 PM14h30London Gatwick Airport1:15 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$271One-way0 transfers
9:45 AM8h30London Gatwick Airport6:15 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$341One-way0 transfers
9:45 PM9h50London Gatwick Airport7:35 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$341One-way0 transfers
9:45 AM8h30London Gatwick Airport6:15 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$341One-way0 transfers
9:45 PM9h50London Gatwick Airport7:35 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$341One-way0 transfers
10:45 PM14h30London Gatwick Airport1:15 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$271One-way0 transfers
11:30 PM14h45London Gatwick Airport2:15 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$251One-way0 transfers
10:30 PM14h45London Gatwick Airport1:15 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 195 miles (314 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $110 Average price | $102 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV):
A bus is $81 (€66) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) costing on average $110 (€91).
Other travel options to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 10m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 8h30 | 1:50 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 8h20 | 1:50 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX540 | 6:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 8h10 | 3:05 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX540 | 7:05 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 8h00 | 3:05 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 7h10 | 3:50 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 7h00 | 3:50 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX541 | 9:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 8h20 | 5:20 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX541 | 9:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 8h10 | 5:20 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX540 | 9:15 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 9h10 | 6:25 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX540 | 9:25 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 9h00 | 6:25 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 8h40 | 7:15 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 8h30 | 7:15 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX541 | 11:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 9h25 | 8:25 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX541 | 11:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 9h15 | 8:25 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 8h00 | 8:35 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 7h45 | 8:35 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX540 | 1:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 8h25 | 9:50 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX540 | 1:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 8h15 | 9:50 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX541 | 3:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 8h20 | 11:40 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX541 | 3:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 8h10 | 11:40 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX541 · NX170 | 3:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 9h00 | 12:55 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 2 transfers | |
NX230 · NX541 · NX170 | 4:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 8h50 | 12:55 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 7h10 | 12:30 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 7h00 | 12:30 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 7h15 | 6:05 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 7h05 | 6:05 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX421 | 11:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 9h10 | 8:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX421 | 11:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 9h00 | 8:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Buses from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 25 times per day, taking around 7h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 195 miles (314 km) distance in 7h 15m.
Distance 195 miles (314 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 25 |
Fastest bus 7h 15m |
First bus 4:25 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, Oxford Bus Company, BM Coaches, Metrobus from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)You can travel by bus between London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, Oxford Bus Company, BM Coaches, Metrobus for as low as $21 (€17). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Lime Street (LIV), 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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