The cheapest and fastest buses from Bournemouth to Liverpool
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€40
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 55 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
308 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bournemouth to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Liverpool will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 4 buses that leave Bournemouth for Liverpool on Sat, Dec 13, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 13 the direct buses cover the 308 km distance in an average of 9 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
On Sat, Dec 13 the slowest buses will take 13 h 58 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bournemouth to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 0m. 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 €19, and a train costs an average of €57.
Distance: 308 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€49 Average price Cheapest | €135 Average price |
9h 55m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bournemouth to Liverpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Liverpool buses for tomorrow, Saturday, December 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:00 AM Bournemouth | 13h58 | 1:58 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:50 AM Bournemouth | 9h25 | 1:15 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Bournemouth | 8h30 | 8:00 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Bournemouth | 7h45 | 9:45 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Liverpool
Buses from Bournemouth to Liverpool run on average 11 times per day, taking around 9h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:43, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 308 km distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 308 km |
Average bus duration 9h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
First bus 00:43 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Bournemouth to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Liverpool with National Express, Megabus for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bournemouth to Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Liverpool by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Bournemouth, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Bournemouth, Coach Station, Bournemouth, Holdenhurst Road and Bournemouth, Airport. When arriving in Liverpool, you can end your trip in coach stations like Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place, Liverpool, Botanic Park and Liverpool, Liverpool One.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bournemouth, Coach Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bournemouth to Liverpool
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Costa Coffee (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 82, 86A Train: Merseyrail
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