The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Lime Street (LIV) will cost around €7 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 Lime Street (LIV) on Sat, Mar 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 40 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €4.
Distance: 50 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€7 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) buses for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h50 | 5:30 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h25 | 5:05 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
![]() | 1:00 AM Manchester | 1h25 | 2:25 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 AM Manchester | 0h55 | 8:35 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) by train or bus
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Why should you book Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Buses from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €2 by train.
There are 23 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 50 km distance in 55m.
Distance 50 km |
Average bus duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 23 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)You can travel by bus between Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as €2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Lime Street (LIV), 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 to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
- 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
- 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
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
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