Brighton to Liverpool bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Brighton to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

€23

Average price

€31

Fastest journey

10 h 25 m

Average duration

11 h 7 m

Buses per day

7

Distance

346 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brighton to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brighton to Liverpool will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Brighton to Liverpool without transferring at least once.

  • National ExpressNX025 · NX541
    10:05 AM12h00
    Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
    10:05 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    231One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX025 · NX540
    12:05 PM11h25
    Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
    11:30 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    231One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX025 · NX541
    1:55 PM11h40
    Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
    1:35 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    311One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX025 · NX540
    8:05 AM11h10
    Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
    7:15 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    311One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX025 · NX540
    4:40 AM10h25
    Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
    3:05 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    331One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Brighton to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brighton 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 43m. 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 €43.

Distance: 346 km

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Most popular
Bus
Train

€25

Average price

Cheapest

€106

Average price

9h 58m

Average total duration

9h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Avanti West Coast

Most popular train company

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Brighton to Liverpool bus times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Liverpool buses for tomorrow, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National ExpressNX025 · NX5404:40 AM Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z)
10h25
3:05 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1 transfer

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to Liverpool

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Buses from Brighton to Liverpool run on average 11 times per day, taking around 9h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:41, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 346 km distance in 9h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
346 km
Average bus duration
9h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
€14
Buses per day
11
Fastest bus
9h 50m
First bus
12:41 AM
Last bus
11:45 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
77 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Brighton to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Liverpool with National Express for as low as €14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 50m
Cheapest Price
€14
National Express frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Bus from Brighton to Liverpool

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to Liverpool can start from as little as €14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to Liverpool is €25; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Brighton to Liverpool is 9h 50m to travel the 346 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Brighton to Liverpool leaves at 12:41 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Brighton to Liverpool leaves at 11:45 PM.
There are 11 coaches a day from Brighton to Liverpool which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Brighton to Liverpool, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Liverpool. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Brighton and Liverpool and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Liverpool from Brighton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 9h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Brighton to Liverpool is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brighton and Liverpool including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Brighton to Liverpool:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to Liverpool for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Brighton to Liverpool depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Brighton to Liverpool.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Brighton to Liverpool:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Brighton to Liverpool:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Brighton to Liverpool.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Brighton to Liverpool with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Brighton to Liverpool with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Brighton to Liverpool with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Brighton to Liverpool

Most Brighton to Liverpool buses use the Brighton, Preston Circus to Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool, University. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Liverpool bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Brighton
Arrival bus stations in Liverpool
Brighton, Preston Circus
City-centre transport

Getting to Brighton, Preston Circus from Brighton city centre

Bus17 · 6m · €2 · every ~5 min
Brighton, Pool Valley Coach StationBrighton Pool Valley Coach Station,Pool Valley 6,BN1 1PN
City-centre transport

Getting to Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station from Brighton city centre

Bus025 · 11m · €2 · every ~4 min
Brighton, Preston Park
City-centre transport

Getting to Brighton, Preston Park from Brighton city centre

TrainBrighton - Bedford, Brighton - London Bridge, Brighton - West Hampstead Thameslink, Brighton - Cambridge, Brighton - Luton, Brighton - Mill Hill Broadway · 3m · €1 · every ~6 min
BusUk998, Uk066 · 11m · €1 · every ~1 min
025 · 16m · €1 · every ~4 min

Most popular bus connections from Brighton

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