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Museum of Liverpool
Flagship city museum on the waterfront covering Liverpool’s social history, port heritage, music, and global influence.
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
12 h 23 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Norwich to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Liverpool will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
It's difficult to get from Norwich to Liverpool without transferring at least once.
NX491 · NX541
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX490 · NX421
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX727 · NX777 · NX541
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX491 · NX541
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX727 · NX777 · NX541
NX490 · NX421Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $72.
Distance: 185 miles (299 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price Cheapest | $119 Average price | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 21m Average total duration 8h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Norwich to Liverpool:
A bus is $79 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Norwich to Liverpool costing on average $119 (€97).
Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 51m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Liverpool buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX491 · NX541 | Delayed 10:50 PM 6:35 AMNorwich, Bus Station | 10h45 | 5:20 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX491 · NX540 | Delayed 10:50 PM 10:15 AMNorwich, Bus Station | 11h35 | 9:50 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
NX491 · NX541 | On time 6:35 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 10h45 | 5:20 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX727 · NX777 · NX541 | Delayed 10:45 AM 7:15 AMNorwich, Bus Station | 13h10 | 8:25 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 11h30 | 8:35 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 9h40 | 12:30 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Norwich to Liverpool run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 185 miles (299 km) distance in 9h 40m.
Distance 185 miles (299 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 40m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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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.
Flagship city museum on the waterfront covering Liverpool’s social history, port heritage, music, and global influence.
Renowned public gallery with European old masters, Victorian works, and strong collections of painting, sculpture, and decorative art.
Leading modern and contemporary art gallery known for major exhibitions and national collection displays at the Royal Albert Dock.
Iconic waterfront promenade with Mersey views, the Three Graces, and some of the city’s best photo spots.
Scenic walking route along the Mersey connecting major sights, museums, and open views across the river.
Creative district filled with street art, warehouses, music venues, and photogenic corners popular with younger visitors.
Liverpool’s signature stew made with slow-cooked beef or lamb, potatoes, carrots and onions. It is the city’s best-known traditional dish and gave Liverpudlians the nickname Scousers.
A meat-free version of Scouse made with potatoes, carrots, onions and sometimes pearl barley or lentils. It reflects the city’s working-class food traditions.
A traditional Liverpool bread pudding made from leftover bread, dried fruit, spices and tea, usually served with custard. It is a nostalgic local dessert found in cafés and bakeries.
Refined fine-dining restaurant in a grand Victorian setting, known for modern British tasting menus and polished service.
Well-known food hall in the Baltic Triangle with a lively atmosphere and a range of street-food traders, bars and communal seating.
Upscale restaurant with city views, serving modern British dishes, seafood and afternoon tea in a stylish atmosphere.
Moderate by UK standards. Pubs, cafés, and transport are fairly priced, while hotels and waterfront dining cost more on weekends and during football matches.
Service charge may be added in restaurants; if not, tip 10-12.5% for good service. No tip needed for pubs at the bar. Round up taxi fares or add about 10%.
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