The cheapest and fastest buses from Liverpool to London
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 29 m
Buses per day
42
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 €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 42 buses that leave Liverpool for London on Fri, Feb 20, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 20 the direct buses cover the 286 km distance in an average of 5 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Fri, Feb 20 the slowest buses will take 5 h 35 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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NX550Travel Information
Compare bus and train 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 €18.
Distance: 286 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€19 Average price Cheapest | €81 Average price |
6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m 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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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Liverpool to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to London buses for today, Thursday, February 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX550 | Delayed 3:50 PM 12:10 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h25 | 6:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 · NX540 | On time 2:43 PM Liverpool, University | 6h17 | 9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h45 | 9:10 PM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h30 | 8:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h00 | 9:25 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 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 | |
NX171 · NX424 | 9:23 PM Liverpool, University | 8h57 | 6:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX423 · NX424 | 11:40 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h40 | 6:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX423 | 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 | |
| Friday, February 20 | |||||
NX421 | 1:45 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h55 | 8:40 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 7:58 AM 2:45 AMLiverpool, 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 | Delayed 7:58 AM 5:15 AMLiverpool, 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 | 5h15 | 10:55 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h50 | 11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h35 | 11:15 AM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX550 | Delayed 12:10 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 | 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 | 9:05 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h05 | 3:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h30 | 2:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX550 | Delayed 12:10 PM 10:10 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h10 | 4:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:50 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h05 | 4:55 PM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:50 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h20 | 5:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:50 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h45 | 4:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | On time 12:10 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h10 | 6:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX550 | On time 12:10 PM Liverpool, 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 | On time 2:43 PM Liverpool, University | 6h17 | 9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX550 | On time 3:50 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h10 | 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 · NX540 | On time 4:15 PM Liverpool, University | 7h30 | 11:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX550 | On time 7:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 5h35 | 12:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 · NX424 | On time 9:23 PM Liverpool, University | 8h57 | 6:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to London
Buses from Liverpool to London run on average 50 times per day, taking around 6h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 22 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 25m.
Distance 286 km |
Average bus duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 50 |
Direct buses 22 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Liverpool to LondonYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to London with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- 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).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- 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.
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
- 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
- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
- 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
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