London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 11
Cheapest price on Nov 11
€38
Average ticket price on Nov 11
€50
Fastest journey on Nov 11
7 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Nov 11
8 h 7 m
Buses on Nov 11
5
Distance
276 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.

Fast buses

On Wed, Nov 11, we found 5 buses from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), including 5 direct services.

On Wed, Nov 11 the direct buses cover the 276 km distance in an average of 8 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .

On Wed, Nov 11 the slowest buses will take 9 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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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 22 times per day, taking around 6h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 06:20, the last at 17:50. The fastest bus covers the 171 miles (276 km) distance in 5h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
171 miles (276 km)
Average bus duration
6h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
€22
Buses per day
22
Fastest bus
5h 20m
First bus
6:20 AM
Last bus
5:50 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sun
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).

Cheap bus tickets from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) can start from as little as €22 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is €60 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest bus from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 6:20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 5:50 PM.
There are 22 buses a day from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:05AM
Arrival Time
09:10AM
Duration
8h05
Departure days
Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
€63
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:40AM
Arrival Time
02:15PM
Duration
8h35
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
€45
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:20AM
Arrival Time
03:05PM
Duration
7h45
Departure days
Tue, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
€25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:40AM
Arrival Time
03:05PM
Duration
7h25
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
€25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:55AM
Arrival Time
05:20PM
Duration
9h25
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
€24
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:00AM
Arrival Time
06:45PM
Duration
9h45
Departure days
Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
€33
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:40AM
Arrival Time
06:55PM
Duration
8h15
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
€25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:30AM
Arrival Time
08:24PM
Duration
8h54
Departure days
Tue, Thu, Sat
Cheapest price
€30
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:30PM
Arrival Time
10:20PM
Duration
8h50
Departure days
Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
€29
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:10PM
Arrival Time
10:20PM
Duration
8h10
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
€25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:40PM
Arrival Time
10:00PM
Duration
7h20
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
€50
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:30PM
Arrival Time
11:53PM
Duration
8h23
Departure days
Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
€29
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:40PM
Arrival Time
11:00PM
Duration
7h20
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
€25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:50PM
Arrival Time
12:35AM
Duration
7h45
Departure days
Wed, Sun
Cheapest price
€41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:50PM
Arrival Time
01:35AM
Duration
7h45
Departure days
Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
€25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:30PM
Arrival Time
09:03AM
Duration
11h33
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
€33
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:30PM
Arrival Time
07:35AM
Duration
9h05
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Sun
Cheapest price
€32
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:30PM
Arrival Time
08:35AM
Duration
9h05
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
€40

Live departures

London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) buses for today, Tuesday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National ExpressNX777 · NX120 · NX1701:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
8h43
10:13 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park2 transfers
National ExpressNX777 · NX120 · NX1701:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
8h50
10:20 PM Liverpool, University2 transfers
National ExpressNX777 · NX541 · NX1701:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
8h43
10:13 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park2 transfers
National ExpressNX777 · NX541 · NX1701:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
8h50
10:20 PM Liverpool, University2 transfers
National ExpressNX777 · NX5411:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
8h35
10:05 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1 transfer
National ExpressNX777 · NX120 · NX1703:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
8h23
11:53 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park2 transfers
National ExpressNX777 · NX541 · NX1703:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
8h29
11:59 PM Liverpool, University2 transfers
National ExpressNX777 · NX541 · NX1703:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
8h23
11:53 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park2 transfers
National ExpressNX777 · NX120 · NX1703:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
8h29
11:59 PM Liverpool, University2 transfers
National ExpressNXA6 · NX5403:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
7h50
11:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1 transfer
National ExpressNXA6 · NX5415:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
7h45
1:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1 transfer
National ExpressNXA8 · NX42111:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
9h05
8:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1 transfer

This is the last bus of the day.

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Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)You can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) with National Express for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
5h 20m
Cheapest National Express Price
€22
National Express frequency
22 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between London Stansted Airport and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

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When taking a bus from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV). You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between London Stansted Airport and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV):
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) depends on the bus companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company {providersWithBike}.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV):
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV):
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
You can reserve your seat on the bus from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) with the following bus company: National Express.

FAQs: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted 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.

FAQs
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