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The cheapest and fastest buses from Liverpool to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Jul 14

Cheapest price

€6

Average price

€7

Fastest journey

50 m

Average duration

1 h 19 m

Buses per day

Distance

50 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Liverpool 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 to Manchester will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.

Fast buses

Of the 33 buses that leave Liverpool for Manchester on Mon, Jul 14, 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jul 14 the direct buses cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .

On Mon, Jul 14 the slowest buses will take 1 h 27 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.

FlixBus

06:25PM1h35

Liverpool, Liverpool One

08:00PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange

€61One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

10:35AM1h35

Liverpool, Liverpool One

12:10PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange

€61One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

06:35PM1h25

Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre

08:00PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange

€61One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

10:45AM1h25

Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre

12:10PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange

€61One-way

0 transfers

NX171

12:13PM1h32

Liverpool, University

01:45PMManchester, Coach Station

€61One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €4.

Distance: 49 km

Compare bus with

Bus	Most popular Train
€9 Average price	€9 Average price Cheapest
2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions	0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest
Most popular bus company	Most popular train company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Liverpool to Manchester bus times

Showing buses for today, Sunday, July 13

Last updated at 7:50 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
NX171	8:28 AM Liverpool, University	1h32	10:00 AM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	9:35 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One	1h35	11:10 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	9:45 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre	1h25	11:10 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	0 transfersDirect
NX171	11:13 AM Liverpool, University	1h32	12:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX171	1:58 PM Liverpool, University	1h32	3:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX171	4:48 PM Liverpool, University	1h32	6:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	5:25 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One	1h35	7:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	5:35 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre	1h25	7:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	0 transfersDirect
NX171	8:23 PM Liverpool, University	1h27	9:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX171 · NX421	On time 10:45 PM Liverpool, University	2h50	1:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station	1 transfer
NX170 · NX421	11:50 PM Liverpool, University	1h45	1:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station	1 transfer
Monday, July 14
NX421	12:45 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place	0h50	1:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX170	1:40 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place	1h35	3:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX170	1:45 AM Liverpool, University	1h30	3:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX170	4:10 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place	1h35	5:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX170	4:15 AM Liverpool, University	1h30	5:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX171	5:20 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place	1h55	7:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX171	5:28 AM Liverpool, University	1h47	7:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX170	6:50 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place	1h55	8:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX170	6:58 AM Liverpool, University	1h47	8:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Manchester

United Kingdom

Buses from Liverpool to Manchester run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.

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

49 km

Average bus duration

1h 31m

Cheapest ticket price

€4

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

1h 5m

First bus

00:01

Last bus

23:56

Price information

Coach companies: National Express, Megabus and FlixBus Liverpool to Manchester

Find the best coaches between Liverpool and Manchester with Omio's travel partners National Express, Megabus and FlixBus from €2. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach provider operating over 550 coaches per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates coach services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most coaches come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your coach to Manchester from Liverpool, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Liverpool to Manchester coach information with National Express:

Average Duration: 1 h 22 min
Cheapest Price: €12
National Express frequency: 11 a day

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost coach providers in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travellers in both continents the option to take a long-distance coach at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight coaches on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one hand luggage and one hold luggage bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long coach journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

FlixBus from Liverpool to Manchester coach information:

Average Duration: 1 h 5 min
Cheapest Price: €2

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Liverpool to Manchester coach information with TransPennine Express:

Average Duration: 34 min
Cheapest Price: €8

Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.

Buses from Liverpool to Manchester

National Express offers multiple services to Manchester Coach Station daily. The first bus departs from Liverpool Station at 2:20 a.m. and the last bus of the day departs at 11:40 p.m. The journey takes approximately one hour but at peak times the journey may take slightly longer.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Liverpool to Manchester?

Departure Station: Liverpool One Bus Station is situated at Canning Place in the heart of the city centre and a 5-minute walk from James Street Train Station. Taxis are also available from the station.

Arrival Station: Manchester Bus and Coach Station is situated on Chorlton Street in the very heart of Manchester. Piccadilly Train Station is a 5-minute walk and Victoria Train Station is a 10-minute walk from the bus station. Buses to and from the surrounding area are available at Piccadilly Gardens, where there is also a taxi rank.

FAQs: Bus from Liverpool to Manchester

FAQs: Take the bus from Liverpool to Manchester with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Liverpool to Manchester.

Cheap coach tickets from Liverpool to Manchester can start from as little as €4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Liverpool to Manchester is €11; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Liverpool to Manchester coach travel time is 50 min for the 49 km long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Liverpool to Manchester leaves at 01: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Liverpool to Manchester leaves at 23: 45.

Yes, there are 24 direct coaches a day from Liverpool to Manchester with National Express or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

For the best Liverpool to Manchester coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Transport for Wales, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire or Arriva North West. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between Liverpool and Manchester to compare what amenities they may offer.

When departing from Liverpool, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Liverpool, Liverpool One, Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place, Liverpool, University, Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre, Liverpool, Botanic Park and Liverpool, Kwik Fit Old Swan. When arriving in Manchester, you can end your trip in coach stations like Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Airport and Manchester, Shudehill / Bradshaw Street.

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 Manchester, Coach Station, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Manchester from Liverpool is worth doing with a journey time of 50 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a coach from Liverpool to Manchester is March.

You have options as you can travel to Manchester from Liverpool 2 different ways: train or coach.

No, the coach from Liverpool to Manchester has no accessibility options.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Liverpool to Manchester.

No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Liverpool to Manchester.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Liverpool to Manchester.

No, luggage for the coach from Liverpool to Manchester needs to be booked in addition.

No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Liverpool to Manchester.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Liverpool to Manchester.

No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Liverpool to Manchester.

No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Liverpool to Manchester.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Liverpool to Manchester

Liverpool

Manchester

The major bus station for departures in Liverpool is Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place for your trip from Liverpool to Manchester.

Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place Wifi