The cheapest and fastest buses from Liverpool to London
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 35 m
Buses per day
48
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Liverpool to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to London will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 48 buses that leave Liverpool for London on Sat, Nov 22, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct buses cover the 286 km distance in an average of 5 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest buses will take 5 h 45 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.
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Compare train and bus for Liverpool to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 14m. 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 €8, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 286 km
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €80 Average price |
6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Liverpool to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to London buses for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX170 · NX540 | Delayed 2:40 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h40 | 12:00 PM 12:00 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX540 | Delayed 2:45 AM Liverpool, University | 7h35 | 12:00 PM 12:00 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX540 | Delayed 2:48 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 7h32 | 12:00 PM 12:00 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX540 | On time 5:15 AM Liverpool, University | 8h05 | 1:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX540 | On time 5:18 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 8h02 | 1:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:40 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h45 | 11:25 AM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h00 | 11:40 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h25 | 11:05 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX550 | Delayed 2:30 PM 6:15 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h20 | 12:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX551 | 6:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h45 | 2:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 · NX540 | On time 7:50 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h30 | 2:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX540 | On time 7:58 AM Liverpool, University | 6h22 | 2:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX540 | 8:02 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 6h18 | 2:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:55 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h10 | 3:05 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h35 | 2:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 · NX540 | Delayed 11:45 PM 9:28 AMLiverpool, University | 7h22 | 4:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX171 · NX540 | 9:32 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 7h18 | 4:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h10 | 4:50 PM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h50 | 4:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h25 | 5:05 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 7h50 | 6:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX540 | On time 10:58 AM Liverpool, University | 7h47 | 6:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX540 | On time 11:02 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 7h43 | 6:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX550 · NX400 | Delayed 2:30 PM 12:10 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h10 | 6:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX550 | Delayed 2:30 PM 12:10 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h25 | 6:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 · NX540 | On time 2:35 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h25 | 9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX171 · NX540 | Delayed 11:45 PM 2:43 PMLiverpool, University | 6h17 | 9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX171 · NX540 | 2:47 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 6h13 | 9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h50 | 9:15 PM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h05 | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h35 | 9:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX550 | On time 3:50 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h10 | 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX550 | On time 7:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 5h35 | 12:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX423 · NX424 | On time 11:40 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h40 | 6:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX423 | On time 11:40 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h10 | 6:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h45 | 5:30 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h00 | 5:45 AM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h20 | 6:05 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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NX421 | On time 1:45 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h40 | 8:25 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to London
Buses from Liverpool to London run on average 47 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 19 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 286 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 286 km |
Average bus duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 47 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Liverpool to LondonYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to London with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Liverpool to London
Travelling from Liverpool to London by bus is quick and convenient on one of the 11 daily departures offered by National Express.The first departure sets off at 5:00 a.m. and the last at 11:45 p.m. The fastest travel time for the 178 miles journey is five hours and 45 minutes. Most services are direct with a few involving a coach change at Birmingham or Manchester Airport.
Departure and arrival stations for buses from Liverpool to London
Departure Station:Liverpool One Bus Station Buses to London leave from Liverpool One Bus Station centrally located on Canning Place. Passengers can reach the station from anywhere in the city on the frequent bus services operated by Arriva.
Arrival Station:Victoria Coach StationNational Express coaches from Liverpool terminate in Victoria. As London's largest transport hub, it offers a wealth of onward travel options. Local bus services can be caught right outside the station and Victoria Bus Station is a short walk away. Nearby Victoria Train Station houses Victoria Underground Station which is on the Circle, District and Victoria lines.
FAQs: Bus from Liverpool to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Liverpool, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Liverpool, Liverpool One and Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place. When arriving in London, you can end your journey in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 and London, Golders Green Station.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Liverpool, Liverpool One, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Liverpool to London
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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