The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Liverpool
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €23
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €28
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 5 h 20 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 5 h 47 m
- Buses on Nov 02
- 11
- Distance
- 219 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Liverpool will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
It's difficult to get from Bristol to Liverpool without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus12:45 PM 6h30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) 7:15 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One €23 1 One-way 1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus6:30 PM 6h00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) 12:30 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One €24 1 One-way 1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus7:45 AM 6h05 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) 1:50 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One €24 1 One-way 1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus3:15 PM 5h20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) 8:35 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One €24 1 One-way 1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus11:00 AM 5h25 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) 4:25 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One €24 1 One-way 1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus3:15 PM 5h20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) 8:35 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One €24 1 One-way 1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus11:00 AM 5h25 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) 4:25 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One €24 1 One-way 1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus6:30 PM 6h00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) 12:30 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One €24 1 One-way 1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus7:45 AM 6h05 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) 1:50 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One €24 1 One-way 1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus9:35 AM 6h05 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) 3:40 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One €24 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Liverpool
Buses from Bristol to Liverpool run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 219 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 219 km |
Average bus duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Bristol to Liverpool trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bristol to Liverpool.
Live departures
Bristol to Liverpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Liverpool buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX111 · NX541 | 6:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h40 | 11:40 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h00 | 12:30 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, November 2 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h05 | 1:50 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h05 | 3:40 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h25 | 4:25 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
NX111 · NX541 | 11:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h30 | 5:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h30 | 7:15 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h10 | 8:15 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h25 | 8:30 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
NX100 · NX541 | 3:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 7h05 | 10:05 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h20 | 8:35 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bristol and Liverpool
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- 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.
FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bristol to Liverpool
Most Bristol to Liverpool buses use the Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) to Liverpool, Liverpool One station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Liverpool bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) from Bristol city centre
Getting to Bristol, Airport Bus Station from Bristol city centre
Which Liverpool station do buses from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Liverpool, Liverpool One from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, Liverpool One is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, Liverpool One bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, Liverpool One has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret A Manger (in the station), Costa Coffee (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, Liverpool One.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, Liverpool One: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, Liverpool One: Elevators, ramps.
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, Wavertree Shopping Centre from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre is 2 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurants within shopping center.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre. ATMs are aTM available in shopping center.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre: Wheelchair accessible entrance available.
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