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TodayMar 29
from US$6
TomorrowMar 30
from US$6
SunMar 31
from US$6
MonApr 1
from US$5
TueApr 2
from US$4
WedApr 3
from US$4
ThuApr 4
from US$7
FriApr 5

Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

4:40PM
1h5m
5:45PM
Manchester - Coach Station
Cheapest
Liverpool - Liverpool One
Cheapest
4:40PM
45m
5:25PM
Manchester - Coach Station
2nd Cheapest
Liverpool - Edge Lane
2nd Cheapest
9:05AM
33m
9:38AM
Manchester - Airport (MAN)
Fastest
Liverpool - Edge Lane
Fastest
8:35AM
1h30m
10:05AM
Manchester - Coach Station
Liverpool - Liverpool One
9:50AM
1h35m
11:25AM
Manchester - Coach Station
Liverpool - Liverpool One
Bus Manchester to Liverpool: Trip Overview

Bus Manchester to Liverpool: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$8
Average Bus Trip Duration1h 10m
Number of daily buses171
Earliest bus departure12:59 AM
Distance48 km
Latest bus departure11:59 PM

Manchester to Liverpool Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses171
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:59AM - 11:59PM
Minimum PriceUS$3
Average Ticket PriceUS$8
Minimum Trip Duration3m
Average Bus Trip Duration1h10m
Distance48 km
Bus companies on this routeNational Express, Infobus, Megabus UK, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Manchester - Liverpool

The average bus ticket price from Manchester to Liverpool is US$8. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Manchester to Liverpool is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Manchester and Liverpool is around 1h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 3m.This is the time it takes to travel the 50 km that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Manchester to Liverpool can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 171 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Manchester to Liverpool by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Manchester to Liverpool, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, Infobus, Megabus UK.

Buses travelling between Manchester and Liverpool leave from Shudehill or Manchester Airport and arrive at Liverpool One, Unviersity, Liverpool Airport.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
03-27
US$4
03-28
US$5
Today
US$6
03-30
US$6
03-31
US$5
04-01
US$5
04-02
US$4
04-03
US$4
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Liverpool was searched and found on Apr 2, 2024 with a price of US$4

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Liverpool, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$4 to US$15 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$4 which is on 2024-04-02.

Usually MEGB, National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Manchester and Liverpool!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Manchester to Liverpool, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Manchester to Liverpool will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Manchester to Liverpool, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Manchester to Liverpool?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel timeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel time1h 10mAvg PriceUS$8Daily Departures171
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel time45mAvg PriceUS$9Daily Departures31
Vehicle TypeCarpoolTravel time1hAvg PriceUS$8Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Manchester and Liverpool is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$8 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$4. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Liverpool, choose the bus, as it will take you from Manchester to Liverpool in about 45m —that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Manchester by bus?

Bus from Liverpool to Manchester

You can also go to Liverpool by train

Train from Manchester to Liverpool

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