The cheapest and fastest buses from Oxford to Liverpool
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€34
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h
Buses per day
11
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oxford to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Liverpool will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
It's difficult to get from Oxford to Liverpool without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus10:25 PM7h40Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station6:05 AMLiverpool, Liverpool One€181One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus4:10 PM8h20Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station12:30 AMLiverpool, Liverpool One€191One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus9:45 AM9h30Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station7:15 PMLiverpool, Liverpool One€201One-way1 transfer
NX160 · NX5412:10 PM7h55Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station10:05 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place€351One-way1 transfer
NX160 · NX54110:45 AM6h45Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station5:30 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place€371One-way1 transfer
NX737 · NX5416:50 PM6h45Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station1:35 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place€451One-way1 transfer
NX160 · NX54110:45 AM6h45Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station5:30 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place€371One-way1 transfer
UCX5 · NX5404:30 PM7h00Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station11:30 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place€381One-way1 transfer
NX737 · NX5408:00 AM7h05Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station3:05 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place€451One-way1 transfer
UCX5 · NX54011:50 AM7h25Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station7:15 PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place€381One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Oxford to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Oxford 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 7m. 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 €26.
Distance: 218 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€25 Average price Cheapest | €72 Average price |
5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg 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
Oxford to Liverpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Liverpool buses for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 7h40 | 6:05 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
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NX737 · NX421 | Delayed 3:05 AM 12:50 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 7h45 | 8:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX737 · NX540 | On time 8:00 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 7h05 | 3:05 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 9h30 | 7:15 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
NX160 · NX541 | Delayed 6:15 PM 10:45 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 6h45 | 5:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX540 | On time 11:50 AM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 7h25 | 7:15 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX160 · NX541 | Delayed 6:15 PM 2:10 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 7h55 | 10:05 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 8h20 | 12:30 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX540 | On time 4:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 7h00 | 11:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
NX737 · NX541 | On time 6:50 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 6h45 | 1:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
UCX5 · NX421 | On time 10:30 PM Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 10h05 | 8:35 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book Oxford to Liverpool buses with Omio?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Oxford to Liverpool.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Liverpool
Buses from Oxford to Liverpool run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 218 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 218 km |
Average bus duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Oxford to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Liverpool with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus 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 Oxford to Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford to Liverpool
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- The Four Candles (0.2 km)
- The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90
- 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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