How far is Edinburgh from Liverpool?

About 176 miles (284 km) separate Edinburgh and Liverpool.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Edinburgh to Liverpool?

Most of the buses traveling from Edinburgh to Liverpool leave from Bus Station and arrive at Liverpool One. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Liverpool?

Once in Liverpool, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Another Place, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, St. George's Hall, Chester Zoo and Knowsley Safari Park.

Bus Edinburgh to Liverpool from $20 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Liverpool on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:40pm	Bus Station	15h 10m	1:50pm	Liverpool One	CheapestFastest
Bus	11:15am	Bus Station	18h 50m	6:05am	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	11:40pm	Bus Station	19h 45m	7:25pm	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Liverpool on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:15am	Bus Station	18h 50m	6:05am	Liverpool One	Cheapest
Bus	10:40pm	Bus Station	15h 10m	1:50pm	Liverpool One	Fastest
Bus	11:40pm	Bus Station	19h 45m	7:25pm	Liverpool One	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 4:56 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Liverpool

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Liverpool. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4hAverage Duration

176 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $142	Average Duration17h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$40 - $368	Average Duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $53	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

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Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Edinburgh and Liverpool?

Stops in Edinburgh

A - Bus Station

B - Edinburgh Airport

C - Haymarket

D - 23 The Mound

E - Princes Street

F - St. Andrew Square

Stops in Liverpool

A - Liverpool One

B - Unviersity

C - Liverpool Airport

D - 3315 Islington

E - 44 Norton St

F - Bootle - Port of Liverpool

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Liverpool by bus

How far is Edinburgh from Liverpool?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Edinburgh to Liverpool?
What are the best sights and things to do in Liverpool?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/15

$23

11/16

$66

Today

$23

11/18

$23

11/19

$20

11/20

$21

11/21

$54

11/22

$56

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Liverpool was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $20

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

You can expect to pay from $20 to $74 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-11-19.