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Acclaimed branch of the Imperial War Museums covering modern conflict, personal stories, and the impact of war in a dramatic dock building.
Cheapest price on Oct 10
$7
Average ticket price on Oct 10
$9
Fastest journey on Oct 10
38 m
Average journey duration on Oct 10
39 m
Buses on Oct 10
70
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 $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
On Sat, Oct 10, we found 70 buses from Manchester Airport to Liverpool, including 70 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 10 the direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 38 m .
On Sat, Oct 10 the slowest buses will take 43 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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NX170Buses from Manchester Airport to Liverpool run on average 49 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 49 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 22:59. The fastest bus covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 38m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average bus duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 49 |
Direct buses 49 |
Fastest bus 38m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 10:59 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 01:43AM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:14AM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 10:49AM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:24AM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 12:29PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 02:39PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 03:54PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 04:49PM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:04PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:24PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 10:33PM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 11:53PM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 0h46 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Liverpool buses for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 7:20 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 7:05 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX421 | 7:15 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h20 | 8:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 8:10 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h15 | 9:25 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 8:10 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h53 | 9:03 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 8:10 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 9:10 AM Liverpool, University | 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 | |
NX170 | 9:30 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h50 | 10:20 AM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 9:30 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h05 | 10:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 9:30 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h44 | 10:14 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 10:35 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 10:50 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 11:45 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h05 | 12:50 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 11:45 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h50 | 12:35 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 11:45 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h44 | 12:29 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 1:20 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 1:05 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 2:10 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 3:10 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 2:10 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h15 | 3:25 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 2:10 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h54 | 3:04 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h10 | 5:30 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 4:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 5:20 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 4:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h54 | 5:14 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 5:05 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 4:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h15 | 5:35 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 5:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h05 | 6:40 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 5:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h50 | 6:25 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 5:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h44 | 6:19 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 6:25 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 6:40 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 7:20 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 7:35 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 8:30 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 8:15 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 7:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h44 | 8:24 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 7:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h50 | 8:30 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 7:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h05 | 8:45 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 10:25 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 10:40 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 9:55 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 10:40 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 9:55 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 10:50 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 9:55 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h38 | 10:33 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 11:59 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h39 | 12:38 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 11:59 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h46 | 12:45 AM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 11:59 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h56 | 12:55 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, October 10 | |||||
NX170 | 1:05 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 1:50 AM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 1:05 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h38 | 1:43 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 1:05 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 2:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 5:00 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 5:15 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Discover the best of Liverpool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Liverpool trip today.
Acclaimed branch of the Imperial War Museums covering modern conflict, personal stories, and the impact of war in a dramatic dock building.
Large free museum covering archaeology, natural history, world cultures, and planetarium shows. Excellent for broad insight into the region.
Modern museum telling Liverpool’s story from port city to pop culture capital, with social history, transport, and riverfront galleries.
Scenic riverside promenade with Mersey views, public art, and access to major museums. Ideal for a relaxed walk along the waterfront.
Historic commercial street with restored warehouses, boutiques, and nightlife. Great for architecture, independent shops, and city atmosphere.
Creative district known for independent venues, street art, and converted warehouses. A good area to explore Liverpool’s contemporary culture.
A hearty beef and vegetable stew long linked with Liverpool's seafaring history. It is the city's signature comfort food and gave Liverpudlians the nickname 'Scousers'.
A baked potato filled with corned beef, a classic Merseyside chip shop and pub snack. It is a simple local favourite tied to everyday working-class food culture.
A dense spiced fruit loaf or cake served sliced with butter. Popular across Merseyside, it is a traditional teatime bake with a long local following.
Elegant fine dining restaurant by Chef Paul Askew, known for seasonal British tasting menus and polished service in a refined city-centre setting.
Stylish modern restaurant in the Baltic Triangle serving small plates and seasonal British cooking in a relaxed but ambitious setting.
Historic dining room in the Philharmonic pub, celebrated for classic British dishes and a grand traditional atmosphere with strong local character.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while transit and casual meals are fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes and pubs: no tip expected, small change appreciated.
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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.

Most Manchester Airport to Liverpool buses use the Manchester, Coach Station to Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool, University. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport and Liverpool 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.
Liverpool, Botanic Park is 2 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, Botanic Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool, Botanic Park. ATMs are available at Liverpool, Botanic Park.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool, Botanic Park.
Available at Liverpool, Botanic Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, Botanic Park: Station is accessible for those with reduced mobility.
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