4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Liverpool
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester 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 to Liverpool will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 4 buses that leave Manchester for Liverpool on Tue, Jan 13, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 13 the direct buses cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Tue, Jan 13 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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 to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. 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 €4, and a bus costs an average of €4.
Distance: 50 km
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€8 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg 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
Manchester to Liverpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Liverpool buses for today, Monday, January 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 7:40 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h40 | 9:20 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:40 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h25 | 9:05 AM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h25 | 5:05 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h50 | 5:30 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Manchester to Liverpool
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Buses from Manchester to Liverpool run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €4 by train.
There are 29 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 50 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 50 km |
Average bus duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 30 |
Direct buses 29 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Manchester to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Liverpool with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Manchester to Liverpool
Liverpool lies 34 miles west of Manchester and fast and frequent coach services operated by National Express connect the two cities each day. The first of the 29 daily departures leaves at 5:30 a.m. and the last sets off at 10:15 p.m. Travel time ranges from 1 hour and 5 minutes to 1 hour and 45 minutes. All services are direct with the coach calling at Salford and various spots in Liverpool before terminating at Liverpool One Bus Station.
Departure and arrival stations for buses from Manchester to Liverpool?
Departure Station:Manchester Coach Station National Express coaches leave from Manchester Central Coach Station on Chorlton Street. Passengers can reach the station on local bus services X40, X41 and X43 which stop right outside as does Metroshuttle service 1. Piccadilly Gardens, a local transport hub, is about 3 minutes away on foot.
Arrival Station:Liverpool One Bus Station Coaches arrive at Liverpool One Bus Station on Canning Place in the heart of the city. Passengers can continue of buses operated by Arriva which leave from the station or walk to nearby Queens Square Bus Station.
FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Airport and Manchester, Shudehill / Bradshaw Street. When arriving in Liverpool, you can end your trip in coach stations like Liverpool, Liverpool One, Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place, Liverpool, University, Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre, Liverpool, Botanic Park and Liverpool, Kwik Fit Old Swan.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Liverpool, Liverpool One, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Manchester to Liverpool
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
Taxis- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
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