The cheapest and fastest buses from Luton to Liverpool
Cheapest price
€29
Average price
€49
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 56 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Luton to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Liverpool will cost around €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
It's difficult to get from Luton to Liverpool without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX422 · NX550
NX230 · NX421
NX240 · NX550
NX737 · NX550
NX422 · NX423
NX707 · NX550
NX707 · NX421Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Luton to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €48.
Distance: 242 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€27 Average price Cheapest | €83 Average price |
6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Luton to Liverpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Liverpool buses for today, Saturday, January 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX240 · NX550 | 5:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 5h20 | 10:45 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX550 | 7:35 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 6h25 | 2:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 8h05 | 6:05 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX422 · NX423 | 10:35 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 7h30 | 6:05 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 2 transfers | |
NX230 · NX421 | 11:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 8h40 | 8:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX422 · NX423 | 12:20 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 5h45 | 6:05 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX421 | 1:55 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 6h40 | 8:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX422 · NX550 | 5:40 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 8h35 | 2:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 9h30 | 5:20 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 9h15 | 5:05 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1 transfer | |
NX737 · NX550 | 11:00 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 5h30 | 4:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Liverpool
Buses from Luton to Liverpool run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 242 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 242 km |
Average bus duration 5h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Luton to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Luton to Liverpool with National Express, FlixBus for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Luton to Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.

When departing from Luton, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Luton, Station Interchange, Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) and Luton, Galaxy Centre (Stop G3). When arriving in Liverpool, you can end your trip in coach stations like Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place, Liverpool, University and Liverpool, Liverpool One.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Luton, Station Interchange, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Luton to Liverpool
- 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
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