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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €9
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €10
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 50 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 1 h 3 m
- Buses on Nov 02
- 27
- Distance
- 50 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 27 buses from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester, including 27 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the 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 .
On Mon, Nov 02 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.
NX1705:35 PM 1h30 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place 7:05 PM Manchester, Coach Station €9 1 One-way 0 transfers- NX170
2:30 AM 1h25 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place 3:55 AM Manchester, Coach Station €9 1 One-way 0 transfers - NX170
1:40 PM 1h35 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place 3:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station €9 1 One-way 0 transfers - NX170
11:40 AM 1h35 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place 1:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station €9 1 One-way 0 transfers - NX541
11:00 AM 1h10 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place 12:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station €9 1 One-way 0 transfers
- NX421
1:45 AM 0h50 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place 2:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station €12 1 One-way 0 transfers - NX541
2:20 PM 1h05 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place 3:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station €9 1 One-way 0 transfers - NX540
1:20 PM 1h05 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place 2:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station €9 1 One-way 0 transfers - NX541
1:30 PM 1h05 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place 2:35 PM Manchester, Coach Station €9 1 One-way 0 transfers - NX541
11:00 AM 1h10 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place 12:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station €9 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester
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Buses from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester run on average 37 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €3 but you can travel from only €3 by train.
There are 37 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:35, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 50 km distance in 50m.
Distance 50 km |
Average bus duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Buses per day 37 |
Direct buses 37 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 2:35 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester trip
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Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX170 | 4:05 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h35 | 5:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 4:13 PM Liverpool, University | 1h27 | 5:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 | 4:40 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h05 | 5:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 5:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h30 | 6:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 5:23 PM Liverpool, University | 1h22 | 6:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 6:20 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h30 | 7:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 6:28 PM Liverpool, University | 1h22 | 7:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
 FlixBus | 6:45 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1h35 | 8:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:55 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1h25 | 8:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 7:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h30 | 9:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 7:38 PM Liverpool, University | 1h22 | 9:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:50 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1h30 | 11:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1h20 | 11:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, November 2 | |||||
| NX421 | 1:45 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0h50 | 2:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 2:30 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h25 | 3:55 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 2:35 AM Liverpool, University | 1h20 | 3:55 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 4:15 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h30 | 5:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 4:20 AM Liverpool, University | 1h25 | 5:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 5:45 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h35 | 7:20 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 5:53 AM Liverpool, University | 1h27 | 7:20 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX541 | 6:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 7:10 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 7:55 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h35 | 9:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 8:03 AM Liverpool, University | 1h27 | 9:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 9:50 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h35 | 11:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 9:58 AM Liverpool, University | 1h27 | 11:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX541 | 11:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 12:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 11:40 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h35 | 1:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 11:48 AM Liverpool, University | 1h27 | 1:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 | 1:20 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h05 | 2:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX541 | 1:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h05 | 2:35 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 1:40 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h35 | 3:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 1:48 PM Liverpool, University | 1h27 | 3:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX541 | 2:20 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h05 | 3:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester
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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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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