- Must visit
Museum of Liverpool
Flagship city museum on the waterfront covering Liverpool’s social history, port heritage, music, and global influence.
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
9 h 52 m
Average duration
9 h 52 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
355 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Whitstable to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Whitstable to Liverpool will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 1 buses that leave Whitstable for Liverpool on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 355 km distance in an average of 9 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 52 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 9 h 52 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Whitstable to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $104.
Distance: 220 miles (355 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $111 Average price | $101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Whitstable to Liverpool:
A bus is $81 (€67) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Whitstable to Liverpool costing on average $111 (€91).
Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 45m.
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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 03:38AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 9h37 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:38AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 9h52 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 07:01AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 9h29 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 07:08AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 9h22 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 07:36AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 8h54 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 07:37AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 8h53 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 08:52AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 10h23 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 09:01AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 10h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 10:22AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 8h53 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 10:52AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 9h23 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 12:52PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 10h08 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 02:22PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 8h38 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 02:23PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 8h22 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 02:52PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 9h38 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 04:23PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 8h07 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 06:53PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 11h12 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 07:23PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 10h42 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 07:49PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 10h16 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 11:09PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 14h41 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach South East | Departure Time 11:39PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 14h11 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $0.00 |
The table below shows live departures for Whitstable to Liverpool buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:53 PM Harbour Street | 11h12 | 6:05 AM Liverpool | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:39 PM Harbour Street | 14h11 | 1:50 PM Liverpool | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
![]() | 4:38 AM Whitstable | 9h52 | 2:30 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Whitstable to Liverpool run on average 9 times per day, taking around 9h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:43, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 220 miles (355 km) distance in 9h 37m.
Distance 220 miles (355 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 9h 37m |
First bus 12:43 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 7 days |
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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