The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
40 m
Buses per day
52
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester 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 Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 52 buses that leave Manchester Airport for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) on Thu, Apr 16, 52 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 16 the direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 38 m .
On Thu, Apr 16 the slowest buses will take 44 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.
FlixBus5:40 PM1h00Manchester, Airport6:40 PMLiverpool, Liverpool One$71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:20 PM1h10Manchester, Airport5:30 PMLiverpool, Liverpool One$71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:20 PM0h45Manchester, Airport1:05 PMLiverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre$71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:40 PM0h45Manchester, Airport6:25 PMLiverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre$71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:20 PM0h45Manchester, Airport5:05 PMLiverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre$71One-way0 transfers
NX1709:35 PM0h38Manchester, Airport10:13 PMLiverpool, Botanic Park$101One-way0 transfers
NX1701:05 AM0h38Manchester, Airport1:43 AMLiverpool, Botanic Park$131One-way0 transfers
NX17011:15 PM0h38Manchester, Airport11:53 PMLiverpool, Botanic Park$131One-way0 transfers
NX1705:55 PM0h44Manchester, Airport6:39 PMLiverpool, Botanic Park$101One-way0 transfers
NX17012:00 PM0h44Manchester, Airport12:44 PMLiverpool, Botanic Park$101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 1h 9m. 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: 29 miles (47 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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$9 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price |
2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) Bus Timetables
| 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 Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 04:49PM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 06:39PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 10:13PM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 11:53PM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Live departures
Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) buses for today, Wednesday, April 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:15 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 4:00 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 4:15 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 6:20 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 6:05 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX421 | 6:15 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h20 | 7:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 8:05 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 8:20 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 9:35 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 9:50 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX120 | 9:45 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h45 | 11:30 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 12:05 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 12:20 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h10 | 4:30 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 4:05 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 5:40 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 5:25 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 6:20 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 6:35 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 7:30 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 7:15 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 9:25 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 9:40 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, April 16 | |||||
NX170 | 12:05 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h38 | 12:43 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 12:05 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 12:50 AM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 12:05 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 1:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Buses from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 39 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€4) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by train.
There are 38 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 23:59. The fastest bus covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 45m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€4) |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 38 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 1:25 AM |
Last bus 11:59 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)You can travel by bus between Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as $5 (€4). 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 Lime Street (LIV)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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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