The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester Airport to Liverpool
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
44 m
Buses per day
44
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester Airport to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Liverpool will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 44 buses that leave Manchester Airport for Liverpool on Thu, Nov 27, 44 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 43 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest buses will take 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.
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Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Liverpool 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 €2.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
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€7 Average price Cheapest | €11 Average price |
2h 11m Average total duration 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Manchester Airport to Liverpool Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 12:39PM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:39PM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 08:54PM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 12:43AM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Live departures
Manchester Airport to Liverpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Liverpool buses for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX170 | 11:59 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h51 | 12:50 AM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
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NX171 | 1:25 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h50 | 2:15 AM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 1:25 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h43 | 2:08 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | Delayed 1:20 PM 1:25 AMManchester, Airport | 1h00 | 12:05 PM 12:05 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX421 | 7:15 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h20 | 8:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 9:05 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 9:20 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 9:05 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h50 | 9:55 AM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 9:05 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h43 | 9:48 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | Delayed 1:20 PM 9:05 AMManchester, Airport | 1h05 | 12:05 PM 12:05 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 10:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 11:15 AM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | Delayed 10:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h49 | 4:20 PM 4:20 PMLiverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 10:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h10 | 11:30 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 11:50 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h49 | 12:39 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 11:50 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 12:45 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | Delayed 1:20 PM 11:50 AMManchester, Airport | 1h10 | 1:00 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 1:05 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h10 | 2:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | Delayed 1:05 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h49 | 4:20 PM 4:20 PMLiverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 1:05 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 2:00 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 2:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 3:30 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 2:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h49 | 3:24 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | On time 2:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h10 | 3:45 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 3:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 4:45 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 3:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h10 | 5:00 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 3:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h49 | 4:39 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h10 | 5:30 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 5:05 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 5:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 6:30 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | On time 5:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h10 | 6:45 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 5:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h49 | 6:24 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 6:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h49 | 7:39 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 6:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h10 | 8:00 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 6:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 7:45 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 8:05 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h49 | 8:54 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | On time 8:05 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h10 | 9:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 8:05 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 9:00 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 9:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h10 | 10:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 9:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h49 | 10:09 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 9:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 10:15 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 10:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 11:45 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 10:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h48 | 11:38 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | On time 10:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h05 | 11:55 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 11:59 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h44 | 12:43 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 11:59 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h01 | 1:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Airport to Liverpool
Buses from Manchester Airport to Liverpool run on average 39 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) but you can travel from only $3 (€2) by train.
There are 37 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 22:59. The fastest bus covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 45m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 37 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 22:59 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Manchester Airport to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Manchester Airport to Liverpool with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as $3 (€2). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Manchester Airport to Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Liverpool 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- The Beatles Story, an immersive museum dedicated to the history and impact of The Beatles
- Royal Albert Dock, a historic waterfront complex featuring museums, shops, and restaurants
- Liverpool Cathedral, the largest cathedral in Britain known for its stunning architecture and panoramic views
- Anfield Stadium, the iconic home of Liverpool FC offering stadium tours and a museum
- St George's Hall, a neoclassical building known for its grand architecture and cultural events.
- Explore the vibrant Baltic Triangle, a creative and digital district with street art, bars, and music venues
- Take a ferry across the Mersey River for scenic views of Liverpool's skyline
- Visit the Walker Art Gallery, home to one of the largest art collections in England outside London
- Enjoy a performance at the Liverpool Empire Theatre, hosting a variety of shows and musicals
- Discover the history of the city at the Museum of Liverpool, offering insights into the city's rich heritage.
- 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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Liverpool, follow these tips:
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- 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).
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Manchester Airport to Liverpool
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Costa Coffee (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 82, 86A Train: Merseyrail
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