Leicester to Liverpool bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Leicester to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for Feb 27

Cheapest price

€20

Average price

€34

Fastest journey

4 h 40 m

Average duration

5 h 13 m

Buses per day

35

Distance

150 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Leicester to Liverpool will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.

Fast buses

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

FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
12:05PM7h10
Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
07:15PMLiverpool, Liverpool One
201One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
04:30PM8h00
Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
12:30AMLiverpool, Liverpool One
211One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
10:05AM7h25
Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
05:30PMLiverpool, Liverpool One
241One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
10:05AM7h00
Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
05:05PMLiverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre
241One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX183 · NX550
08:15PM5h45
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
02:00AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
291One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Leicester to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €22.

Distance: 150 km

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Train

€22

Average price

Cheapest

€51

Average price

4h 49m

Average total duration

4h 19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 57m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Leicester to Liverpool bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Liverpool buses for today, Thursday, February 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 9:51 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:05 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
7h25
5:30 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:05 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
7h00
5:05 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre1 transfer
national_expressNX777 · NX550
Delayed
11:35 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
4h55
2:00 AM 2:00 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus11:40 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
8h55
8:35 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus12:05 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
7h10
7:15 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One1 transfer
national_expressNX151 · NX121 · NX170
Delayed
4:50 PM 12:45 PMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h00
7:45 PM Liverpool, University
2 transfers
national_expressNX151 · NX121 · NX170
Delayed
4:50 PM 12:45 PMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h15
8:00 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
2 transfers
national_expressNX151 · NX121 · NX170
Delayed
4:50 PM 12:45 PMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h54
7:39 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park
2 transfers
national_expressNX777 · NX120 · NX1701:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
8h20
10:15 PM Liverpool, University2 transfers
national_expressNX777 · NX120 · NX1701:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
8h14
10:09 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park2 transfers
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus3:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
8h50
12:30 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One1 transfer
national_expressNX150 · NX120 · NX1714:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h38
11:38 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park2 transfers
national_expressNX150 · NX550
Delayed
4:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
4h15
2:00 AM 2:00 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
national_expressNX150 · NX120 · NX1714:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h45
11:45 PM Liverpool, University2 transfers
national_expressNX150 · NX120 · NX1714:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h45
11:45 PM Liverpool, University2 transfers
national_expressNX150 · NX120 · NX1714:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h38
11:38 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park2 transfers
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus4:30 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
8h00
12:30 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One1 transfer
national_expressNX777 · NX120 · NX1716:05 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
8h03
2:08 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park2 transfers
national_expressNX777 · NX550
Delayed
6:05 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
4h55
2:00 AM 2:00 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
national_expressNX777 · NX120 · NX1716:05 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
8h10
2:15 AM Liverpool, University2 transfers
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus8:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
10h05
6:05 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One1 transfer
national_expressNX183 · NX550
On time
8:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
5h45
2:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus8:20 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
9h45
6:05 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One1 transfer
national_expressNX777 · NX42311:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h20
6:05 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1 transfer
national_expressNX180 · NX17111:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
10h00
9:55 AM Liverpool, University1 transfer
national_expressNX180 · NX17111:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
9h53
9:48 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park1 transfer
national_expressNX180 · NX171
On time
11:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
10h15
10:10 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
Friday, February 27
national_expressNX777 · NX4213:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
5h05
8:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1 transfer
national_expressNX777 · NX421 · NX1713:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h18
9:48 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park2 transfers
national_expressNX777 · NX421 · NX1713:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h25
9:55 AM Liverpool, University2 transfers
national_expressNX180 · NX121 · NX1715:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h35
1:00 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place2 transfers
national_expressNX180 · NX121 · NX1715:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h20
12:45 PM Liverpool, University2 transfers
national_expressNX180 · NX121 · NX1715:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h14
12:39 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park2 transfers
national_expressNX183 · NX1718:55 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h29
3:24 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park1 transfer
national_expressNX183 · NX1718:55 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h35
3:30 PM Liverpool, University1 transfer
national_expressNX150 · NX5509:50 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
4h40
2:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1 transfer
national_expressNX150 · NX120 · NX1709:50 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h55
4:45 PM Liverpool, University2 transfers
national_expressNX150 · NX120 · NX1709:50 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h49
4:39 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leicester to Liverpool

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Buses from Leicester to Liverpool run on average 34 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 150 km distance in 4h 15m.

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
150 km
Average bus duration
4h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
€13
Buses per day
34
Fastest bus
4h 15m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
23:55
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, FlixBus from Leicester to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Liverpool with National Express, FlixBus for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 0m
Cheapest Price
€13
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

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
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
€15
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 Leicester to Liverpool

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Liverpool can start from as little as €13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leicester to Liverpool is €22; 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 Leicester to Liverpool is 4h 15m to travel the 150 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 Leicester to Liverpool leaves at 12:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leicester to Liverpool leaves at 11:55 PM.
There are 34 coaches a day from Leicester to Liverpool which require at least one change with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Leicester to Liverpool, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Liverpool. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Leicester and Liverpool and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Liverpool from Leicester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leicester to Liverpool is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Liverpool including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Leicester to Liverpool:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Leicester to Liverpool for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Leicester 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.
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
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 Leicester to Liverpool.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Leicester to Liverpool:
  • 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Leicester to Liverpool:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Leicester to Liverpool. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Leicester to Liverpool with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Leicester to Liverpool with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Leicester to Liverpool with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Leicester to Liverpool

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The major bus station for departures in Leicester is Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station for your trip from Leicester to Liverpool.
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
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Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)

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