Bus from London to Liverpool: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from London to Liverpool on 14 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
Victoria Coach Station
Liverpool OneCheapest
FlixbusBus
  • Wi‑Fi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
London Finchley Road (Stop CL)
Liverpool OneFastest
National ExpressBus
Victoria Coach Station
Liverpool OneNo tags
FlixbusBus
  • Wi‑Fi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Victoria Coach Station
Liverpool OneNo tags
National ExpressBus
Victoria Coach Station
Liverpool OneNo tags
FlixbusBus
  • Wi‑Fi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Victoria Coach Station
Liverpool OneNo tags
National ExpressBus
Victoria Coach Station
Liverpool OneNo tags
FlixbusBus
  • Wi‑Fi
  • Toilet
  • Power outlets
Victoria Coach Station
Liverpool OneNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 20:49 BST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from London to Liverpool

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Liverpool. The journey takes about 2 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14train per day
2h 16mAverage duration
175 milesDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£7 - £79Average duration6h 45m
7kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£30 - £340Average duration2h 16m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from London to Liverpool

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Liverpool?

    The cheapest coach tickets from London to Liverpool start from £7. The average price for this route is around £20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from London to Liverpool?

    The average bus journey time from London to Liverpool is 6h 45m, covering a distance of 178 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the London to Liverpool route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 81 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Liverpool?

    The earliest bus departs from London to Liverpool at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Liverpool?

    A bus journey from London to Liverpool produces an estimated 7.165850000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from London to Liverpool?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 30398 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Liverpool?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  8. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Liverpool?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11/10
£27
12/10
£15
Today
£21
14/10
£9
15/10
£7
16/10
£10
17/10
£9
18/10
£12
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Liverpool was searched and found on 15 Oct 2026 with a price of £7

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

You can expect to pay from £7 to £74 for a bus ticket from London to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2026-10-15.

Usually 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.

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

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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