4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Liverpool to Manchester
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
5S$
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
9S$
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
50 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
1 h 3 m
Buses on 28 Sept
35
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Liverpool to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Manchester will cost around 9S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 5S$.
On Mon, 28 Sept, we found 35 buses from Liverpool to Manchester, including 35 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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.
FlixBus9:50 PM1h30Liverpool, Liverpool One11:20 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange5 S$1One-way0 changes- FlixBus6:55 PM1h25Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre8:20 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange5 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus12:10 PM1h30Liverpool, Liverpool One1:40 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange5 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus6:45 PM1h35Liverpool, Liverpool One8:20 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange5 S$1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus10:00 PM1h20Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre11:20 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange5 S$1One-way0 changes
NX4211:45 AM0h50Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place2:35 AMManchester, Coach Station14 S$1One-way0 changes- NX5401:20 PM1h05Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place2:25 PMManchester, Coach Station10 S$1One-way0 changes
- NX5412:20 PM1h05Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place3:25 PMManchester, Coach Station9 S$1One-way0 changes
- NX5411:30 PM1h05Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place2:35 PMManchester, Coach Station10 S$1One-way0 changes
- NX54111:00 AM1h10Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place12:10 PMManchester, Coach Station10 S$1One-way0 changes
Live departures
Liverpool to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Manchester coaches for today, Sunday, 27 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX170 | 6:20 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h30 | 7:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 6:28 PM Liverpool, University | 1h22 | 7:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:45 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1h35 | 8:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:55 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1h25 | 8:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 7:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h30 | 9:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 7:38 PM Liverpool, University | 1h22 | 9:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:50 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1h30 | 11:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1h20 | 11:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday, 28 September | |||||
| NX421 | 1:45 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0h50 | 2:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 2:30 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h25 | 3:55 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 2:35 AM Liverpool, University | 1h20 | 3:55 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 4:15 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h30 | 5:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 4:20 AM Liverpool, University | 1h25 | 5:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 5:45 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h35 | 7:20 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 5:53 AM Liverpool, University | 1h27 | 7:20 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX541 | 6:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 7:10 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 7:55 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h35 | 9:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 8:03 AM Liverpool, University | 1h27 | 9:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 9:50 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h35 | 11:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 9:58 AM Liverpool, University | 1h27 | 11:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1h40 | 12:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:45 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1h25 | 12:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX541 | 11:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 12:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 11:40 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h35 | 1:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 11:48 AM Liverpool, University | 1h27 | 1:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:10 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1h30 | 1:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:20 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1h20 | 1:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX540 | 1:20 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h05 | 2:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX541 | 1:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h05 | 2:35 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 1:40 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h35 | 3:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 1:48 PM Liverpool, University | 1h27 | 3:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX541 | 2:20 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h05 | 3:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 3:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h50 | 5:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 3:40 PM Liverpool, University | 1h40 | 5:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX540 | 4:25 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h20 | 5:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 5:35 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h30 | 7:05 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 5:43 PM Liverpool, University | 1h22 | 7:05 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Liverpool to Manchester run on average 34 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 5S$ but you can travel from only 4S$ by train.
There are 34 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 50 km distance in 50m.
Distance 50 km |
Average bus duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price 5S$ |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 34 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 70 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Liverpool to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Manchester with National Express, FlixBus for as low as 4S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Liverpool to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Manchester by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Manchester
Most Liverpool to Manchester buses use the Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place to Manchester, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester, Airport. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Manchester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Liverpool station do buses to Manchester leave from?
Getting to Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café in the Station (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Liverpool, University from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, University is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, University bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, University has practical services for this route, including Taxis.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, University: Taxis.
Getting to Liverpool, Botanic Park from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, Botanic Park is 2 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, Botanic Park bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, Botanic Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool, Botanic Park. ATMs are available at Liverpool, Botanic Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool, Botanic Park.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, Botanic Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, Botanic Park: Station is accessible for those with reduced mobility.
Which Manchester station do buses from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to Manchester, Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Airport is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester, Airport bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King (in the station), Giraffe (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering multiple currency options.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Airport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Getting to Manchester, Coach Station from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
Getting to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
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