Manchester to Liverpool bus with National Express

Thu, Mar 20
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for Mar 20

Cheapest price

$6

Average price

$9

Fastest journey

55 m

Average duration

1 h 7 m

Buses per day

34

Distance

50 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
FlixBus
01:20PM1h20
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
02:40PMLiverpool
$61One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
07:00PM1h10
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
08:10PMLiverpool
$61One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
11:40PM1h05
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
12:45AMLiverpool
$61One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
01:20PM1h10
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
02:30PMLiverpool
$61One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
FlixBus
05:20PM1h25
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
06:45PMLiverpool
$71One-way
0 transfers

Manchester to Liverpool bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Thursday, March 20
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
National Express
NX171
National ExpressNX171
01:00AM Manchester, Coach Station1h25 02:25AM Liverpool, Coach Station, Norton Street0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX171
National ExpressNX171
01:00AM Manchester, Coach Station1h15 02:15AM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX421
National ExpressNX421
05:50AM Manchester, Coach Station0h55 06:45AM Liverpool, Coach Station, Norton Street0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX421
National ExpressNX421
05:50AM Manchester, Coach Station2h08 07:58AM Liverpool1 transfer
National Express
NX171
National ExpressNX171
08:30AM Manchester, Coach Station1h25 09:55AM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX171
National ExpressNX171
08:30AM Manchester, Coach Station1h40 10:10AM Liverpool, Coach Station, Norton Street0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX170
National ExpressNX170
09:50AM Manchester, Coach Station1h25 11:15AM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX170
National ExpressNX170
09:50AM Manchester, Coach Station1h40 11:30AM Liverpool, Coach Station, Norton Street0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX171
National ExpressNX171
11:20AM Manchester, Coach Station1h40 01:00PM Liverpool, Coach Station, Norton Street0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX171
National ExpressNX171
11:20AM Manchester, Coach Station1h25 12:45PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX170
National ExpressNX170
12:35PM Manchester, Coach Station1h40 02:15PM Liverpool, Coach Station, Norton Street0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX170
National ExpressNX170
12:35PM Manchester, Coach Station1h25 02:00PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
01:20PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange1h20 02:40PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
01:20PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange1h10 02:30PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX171
National ExpressNX171
02:05PM Manchester, Coach Station1h25 03:30PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX171
National ExpressNX171
02:05PM Manchester, Coach Station1h40 03:45PM Liverpool, Coach Station, Norton Street0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX170
National ExpressNX170
03:20PM Manchester, Coach Station1h40 05:00PM Liverpool, Coach Station, Norton Street0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX170
National ExpressNX170
03:20PM Manchester, Coach Station1h25 04:45PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX171
National ExpressNX171
04:50PM Manchester, Coach Station1h40 06:30PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX171
National ExpressNX171
04:50PM Manchester, Coach Station1h55 06:45PM Liverpool, Coach Station, Norton Street0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
05:20PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange1h25 06:45PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
05:20PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange1h40 07:00PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX170
National ExpressNX170
06:20PM Manchester, Coach Station1h40 08:00PM Liverpool, Coach Station, Norton Street0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX170
National ExpressNX170
06:20PM Manchester, Coach Station1h25 07:45PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
07:00PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange1h10 08:10PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX171
National ExpressNX171
07:35PM Manchester, Coach Station1h25 09:00PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX171
National ExpressNX171
07:35PM Manchester, Coach Station1h40 09:15PM Liverpool, Coach Station, Norton Street0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX170
National ExpressNX170
08:50PM Manchester, Coach Station1h40 10:30PM Liverpool, Coach Station, Norton Street0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX170
National ExpressNX170
08:50PM Manchester, Coach Station1h25 10:15PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX171
National ExpressNX171
10:20PM Manchester, Coach Station1h25 11:45PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX171
National ExpressNX171
10:20PM Manchester, Coach Station1h35 11:55PM Liverpool, Coach Station, Norton Street0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX170
National ExpressNX170
11:35PM Manchester, Coach Station1h15 12:50AM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
National Express
NX170
National ExpressNX170
11:35PM Manchester, Coach Station1h25 01:00AM Liverpool, Coach Station, Norton Street0 transfersDirect
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusFlixBus
11:40PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange1h05 12:45AM Liverpool0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester to Liverpool

Buses from Manchester to Liverpool run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
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
30 miles (49 km)
Average bus duration
1h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
$5 (€4)
Buses per day
25
Direct buses
25
Bus providers
3
Fastest bus
1h 5m
First bus
01:00
Last bus
23:40
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

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus and FlixBus from Manchester to Liverpool

Travel from Manchester to Liverpool from $2 (€2) with Omio’s bus partners National Express, Megabus and FlixBus! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular route for you.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus from Manchester to Liverpool, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Manchester to Liverpool bus information with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 10 min
  • Cheapest Price: $13
  • National Express frequency: 11 a day

Buses Manchester to Liverpool

Travellers can reach their destination in no time by bus from Manchester to Liverpool. The journey between the two cities in the north-west of England takes about 1:00 hrs. Almost around the clock there are several bus connections per hour on the route.

Which bus companies operate from Manchester to Liverpool?

The route Manchester - Liverpool is served by National Express buses, there are only direct bus connections between the two cities.

How long does the bus ride from Manchester to Liverpool take?

A direct bus ride from Manchester to Liverpool takes around 1:00 hrs. Change of buses will take around 3:30 hrs.

How often can I travel by bus from Manchester to Liverpool?

Several times per hour it is possible to take the bus from Manchester to Liverpool. The first bus leaves Manchester Bus Station at 1:00 a.m., the last one leaves shortly before midnight towards Liverpool.

Bus stations on the route Manchester - Liverpool?

At which bus station does the bus start in Manchester? The Manchester Coach Station is located in the city center, it is about seven minutes walk to the main train station "Manchester Piccadilly". From here you can continue by bus or S-Bahn to other parts of the city.

At which bus station does the bus arrive in Liverpool? The bus station "One Bus Station" is located at Canning Place in close proximity to the banks of the River Mersey. Liverpool Central Station is only a seven minute walk away and offers excellent transport links.

FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Liverpool

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Popular bus stations from Manchester to Liverpool

Manchester
Liverpool
The major bus station for departures in Manchester is Manchester, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester, Coach Station for your trip from Manchester to Liverpool.
Manchester, Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
Car connection
Chorlton Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Coach Station
  • Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
Manchester, Shudehill InterchangeWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:30
Car connection
Shudehill
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the interchange.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
  • Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
Manchester, AirportWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Car connection
Terminal Road North
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King (in the station)
  • Giraffe (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Airport
  • Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
Manchester, Shudehill / Bradshaw Street
Manchester, Miles Platting
The major bus station for arrivals in Liverpool is Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place for your trip to Liverpool from Manchester.
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning PlaceWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
Canning Place
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café in the Station (in the station)
  • Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
  • Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
Liverpool, Liverpool OneWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
Canning Place
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret A Manger (in the station)
  • Costa Coffee (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Liverpool, Liverpool One
  • Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 82, 86A Train: Merseyrail
Liverpool, UniversityTaxis
Amenities at bus station
TaxisTaxis
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
Brownlow Hill
Public transit options for Liverpool, University
  • Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive
Liverpool, Botanic Park
Liverpool, Kwik Fit Old Swan
Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre

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