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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€6
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€6
Fastest journey on Sep 17
55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 2 m
Buses on Sep 17
27
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 27 buses from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool, including 27 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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.
NX54010:20 PM1h10Manchester, Coach Station11:30 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place€61One-way0 transfers- NX12011:25 AM1h05Manchester, Coach Station12:30 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place€61One-way0 transfers
- NX4217:40 AM0h55Manchester, Coach Station8:35 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place€61One-way0 transfers
- NX1705:15 PM1h45Manchester, Coach Station7:00 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place€61One-way0 transfers
- NX1709:05 PM1h25Manchester, Coach Station10:30 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place€61One-way0 transfers
- NX4217:40 AM0h55Manchester, Coach Station8:35 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place€61One-way0 transfers
- NX54112:35 AM1h00Manchester, Coach Station1:35 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place€71One-way0 transfers
- NX12011:25 AM1h05Manchester, Coach Station12:30 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place€61One-way0 transfers
- NX5419:00 PM1h05Manchester, Coach Station10:05 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place€61One-way0 transfers
- NX5402:00 PM1h05Manchester, Coach Station3:05 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place€61One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, while a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 50 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€7 Average price Cheapest | €11 Average price | €11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool:
A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool costing on average €7.
Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 14m.
Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX541 | 12:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h00 | 1:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 12:40 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h10 | 1:50 AM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 12:40 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h20 | 2:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 7:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h35 | 9:10 AM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 7:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h50 | 9:25 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX421 | 7:40 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0h55 | 8:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 9:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h35 | 11:10 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 9:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h20 | 10:55 AM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX120 | 11:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h05 | 12:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 11:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h20 | 12:50 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 11:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h35 | 1:05 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 1:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h20 | 2:45 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 1:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h35 | 3:00 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 | 2:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h05 | 3:05 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 3:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h50 | 5:10 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 3:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h35 | 4:55 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX541 | 4:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h15 | 5:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 5:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h45 | 7:00 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 5:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h30 | 6:45 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 7:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h35 | 8:45 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 7:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h20 | 8:30 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX541 | 9:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h05 | 10:05 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 9:05 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h25 | 10:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 9:05 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h15 | 10:20 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 | 10:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h10 | 11:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 10:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h09 | 11:59 PM Liverpool, University | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX170 | 10:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1h20 | 12:10 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €3 by train.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:40, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 50 km distance in 55m.
Distance 50 km |
Average bus duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 6:40 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool with National Express for as low as €3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool
Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool buses use the Manchester, Coach Station to Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool, University. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Liverpool bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café in the Station (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Liverpool, University from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, University is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, University bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, University has practical services for this route, including Taxis.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, University: Taxis.
Getting to Liverpool, Botanic Park from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, Botanic Park is 2 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, Botanic Park bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, Botanic Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool, Botanic Park. ATMs are available at Liverpool, Botanic Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool, Botanic Park.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, Botanic Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, Botanic Park: Station is accessible for those with reduced mobility.
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