London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for Jan 30

Cheapest price

€27

Average price

€41

Fastest journey

5 h

Average duration

5 h 38 m

Buses per day

36

Distance

275 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.

Fast buses

Of the 36 buses that leave London Heathrow Airport for Liverpool on Fri, Jan 30, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jan 30 the direct buses cover the 275 km distance in an average of 5 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .

On Fri, Jan 30 the slowest buses will take 6 h 6 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.

FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
10:25PM7h40
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
06:05AMLiverpool, Liverpool One
271One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
10:30AM8h45
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
07:15PMLiverpool, Liverpool One
271One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
10:05PM8h00
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
06:05AMLiverpool, Liverpool One
281One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
10:10AM9h05
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
07:15PMLiverpool, Liverpool One
281One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
06:45AM7h05
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
01:50PMLiverpool, Liverpool One
281One-way
1 transfer

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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €8.

Distance: 275 km

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Train

€28

Average price

Cheapest

€125

Average price

6h 15m

Average total duration

5h 45m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 10m

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Fastest

3h 40m

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Live departures

London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool buses for today, Thursday, January 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 3:32 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX550
Delayed
5:35 PM 8:50 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
5h25
2:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025 · NX550
Delayed
6:20 PM 2:10 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
6h05
8:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
national_expressNX550
Delayed
5:35 PM 3:00 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
5h15
8:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX240 · NX5504:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
7h00
11:00 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus4:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
8h20
12:30 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus4:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
8h00
12:30 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX551
Delayed
6:20 PM 5:00 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
6h55
11:55 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
national_expressNX5515:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
6h15
11:55 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX032 · NX550
On time
8:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
5h55
2:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
national_expressNX202 · NX4238:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
9h25
6:05 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1 transfer
national_expressNX550
On time
9:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
5h00
2:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
8h00
6:05 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
7h40
6:05 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One1 transfer
national_expressNX42311:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
6h20
6:05 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX025 · NX421
On time
11:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
8h50
8:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
national_expressNX230 · NX421
On time
12:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
8h30
8:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
national_expressNX230 · NX421
On time
12:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
8h05
8:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus6:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
7h25
1:50 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus6:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
7h05
1:50 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One1 transfer
national_expressNX202 · NX550
On time
7:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
6h40
2:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
national_expressNX230 · NX550
On time
8:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
6h25
2:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
national_expressNX202 · NX550
On time
8:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
6h25
2:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
national_expressNX550
Delayed
11:35 AM 8:50 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
5h40
2:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX240 · NX5508:55 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
8h20
5:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1 transfer
national_expressNX210 · NX550
Delayed
3:20 PM 10:05 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
7h10
5:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
9h05
7:15 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One1 transfer
national_expressNX210 · NX550
Delayed
11:10 AM 10:30 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
6h45
5:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
8h45
7:15 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus12:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
8h25
8:35 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus12:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
8h05
8:35 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One1 transfer
national_expressNX230 · NX550
On time
1:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
7h20
8:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX550
On time
2:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
6h20
8:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
national_expressNX727 · NX550
On time
2:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
6h20
8:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
national_expressNX550
On time
3:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
5h30
8:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX210 · NX550
On time
4:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
6h35
11:00 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
national_expressNX210 · NX550
On time
4:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
6h10
11:00 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX551
On time
5:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
6h55
11:55 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
national_expressNX550
On time
9:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
5h00
2:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX210 · NX423
On time
11:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
6h25
6:05 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX421
On time
11:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
8h50
8:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer
national_expressNX210 · NX423
On time
11:59 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
6h06
6:05 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool

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Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool run on average 22 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €8 by train.

There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 275 km distance in 4h 40m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €8
Distance
275 km
Average bus duration
5h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
€17
Buses per day
22
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
4h 40m
First bus
05:45
Last bus
23:45
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €8

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from London Heathrow Airport to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as €8. 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
5h 50m
Cheapest Price
€16
FlixBus frequency
4 a day
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 40m
Cheapest Price
€20
National Express frequency
17 a day
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.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 5m
Cheapest Price
€24
Megabus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool can start from as little as €17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool is €28; 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 London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool is 4h 40m to travel the 275 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 London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool leaves at 5:45 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool leaves at 11:45 PM.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool, you can count on National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Liverpool. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Heathrow Airport and Liverpool and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Liverpool from London Heathrow Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Heathrow Airport and Liverpool including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool:
  • 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.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool for coach company National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
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 London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool:
  • 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool:
  • 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.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool

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Liverpool
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Canning Place
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café in the Station (in the station)
  • Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
  • Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
Liverpool, Liverpool OneWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Canning Place
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret A Manger (in the station)
  • Costa Coffee (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Liverpool, Liverpool One
  • Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 82, 86A Train: Merseyrail
Liverpool, UniversityTaxis
Amenities at bus station
TaxisTaxis
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Brownlow Hill
Public transit options for Liverpool, University
  • Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street

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