The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
44 m
Buses per day
44
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 44 buses that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Liverpool on Tue, Feb 17, 44 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 17 the direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 43 m .
On Tue, Feb 17 the slowest buses will take 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 Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 47 km
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€7 Average price Cheapest | €11 Average price |
1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool buses for today, Monday, February 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX170 | 1:05 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h49 | 1:54 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 3:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h49 | 4:39 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h10 | 5:30 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 5:05 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 6:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h49 | 7:39 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 9:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h49 | 10:09 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 11:59 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h44 | 12:43 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, February 17 | |||||
NX171 | 1:25 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h50 | 2:15 AM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 1:25 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h43 | 2:08 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 1:25 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 2:25 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX421 | 7:15 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h20 | 8:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 9:05 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 9:20 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 9:05 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h50 | 9:55 AM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 9:05 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h43 | 9:48 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 9:05 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h05 | 10:10 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 10:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 11:15 AM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 10:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h49 | 11:09 AM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 10:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h10 | 11:30 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 11:50 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h49 | 12:39 PM Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 11:50 AM Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 12:45 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | 11:50 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h10 | 1:00 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 1:05 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h10 | 2:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 3:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h10 | 5:00 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 6:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h10 | 8:00 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 9:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h10 | 10:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 11:59 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h01 | 1:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool
Buses from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool run on average 39 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €4 by train.
There are 39 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 23:59. The fastest bus covers the 47 km distance in 45m.
Distance 47 km |
Average bus duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 39 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 01:25 |
Last bus 23:59 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Manchester Airport (MIA) to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) 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.

- 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 Manchester Airport (MIA) 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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