Leicester to Liverpool bus with National Express

Buses from Leicester to Liverpool

Whenever passengers decide to travel, they can expect to choose from up to seven departures from Leicester to Liverpool. There is usually one direct option, with four indirect that require one change, usually at Birmingham. A direct journey completes the 120-mile route in under five hours. Indirect journey times vary, taking into account congestion during peak time and wait times at transfer stations.

Which bus companies travel from Leicester to Liverpool?

Buses from Leicester to Liverpool are offered solely by National Express. National Express offer a high standard of onboard comfort, with spacious legroom, personal air conditioning and a luggage allowance of two cases per traveler.

How long is the bus from Leicester to Liverpool?

The fastest services are the direct routes, which take just under five hours to complete the 120-mile trip. The fastest indirect route takes just 20 minutes longer at five hours 15 minutes. The longest indirect route completes the journey in seven hours but involves a long wait time at Birmingham.

How many buses are there from Leicester to Liverpool?

From Monday to Saturday, passengers can expect six departures from Leicester to Liverpool. Of these six, one is usually direct. On a Sunday an extra indirect service is available, taking the number of departures to seven. Departure times are spread throughout the day, usually beginning at 9:00 a.m. and continuing at regular intervals until 6:00 p.m. with one final overnight service departing Leicester at 11:30 p.m.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Leicester to Liverpool?

Departure bus station: Buses depart from Leicester Coach Station, otherwise known as St Margaret's Coach Station, which can be found just off Gravel Street, a five-minute walk from the center of the city. The train station is a short 15-minute walk across town or can be accessible by local bus routes. Within the station, passengers can expect a cafeteria, newsagents, and toilets.

Arrival bus station: Direct coaches to Liverpool from Leicester will arrive at Liverpool One Bus Station (also known as Canning Place). Popular tourist attractions are just a short walk away, including Liverpool One Shopping Center, the Georgian Quarter, the Tate Modern, and the Waterfront district. Two football clubs, Anfield, the home of Liverpool FC, and Goodison Park for Everton are accessible by bus. Liverpool University is around 20 minutes away on foot, while direct buses run to Liverpool Airport in 40 minutes.