How far is London from Liverpool?

London and Liverpool are 178 miles (287 km) apart.

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

Most of the buses traveling from London to Liverpool leave from Victoria Coach Station and arrive at Liverpool One. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel 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 Albert Dock, St. George's Hall, 20 Forthlin Road - Paul McCartney Home, The Beatles Story and Knowsley Safari Park.

Bus London to Liverpool from $9 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for London to Liverpool on November 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	5h 45m	8:45pm	Liverpool One	Cheapest
5:45pm	Golders Green	4h 40m	10:25pm	Edge Lane	Fastest
1:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	6h 45m	7:45pm	Liverpool One	No tags
9:00pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	9h 5m	6:05am	Liverpool One	No tags
1:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	6h 45m	7:45pm	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for London to Liverpool on November 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:00am	Victoria Coach Station	5h 50m	1:50pm	Liverpool One	Cheapest
5:45pm	Golders Green	4h 40m	10:25pm	Edge Lane	Fastest
2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	6h 35m	8:35am	Liverpool One	No tags
9:00pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	9h 5m	6:05am	Liverpool One	No tags
2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	6h 35m	8:35am	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for London to Liverpool on November 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	6h	2:00am	Liverpool One	Cheapest
5:50pm	Golders Green	4h 50m	10:40pm	Edge Lane	Fastest
2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	6h 35m	8:35am	Liverpool One	No tags
9:00pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	9h 5m	6:05am	Liverpool One	No tags
2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	6h 35m	8:35am	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for London to Liverpool on November 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:00am	Victoria Coach Station	5h 50m	1:50pm	Liverpool One	Cheapest
5:50pm	Golders Green	4h 50m	10:40pm	Edge Lane	Fastest
2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	6h 35m	8:35am	Liverpool One	No tags
9:00pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	9h 5m	6:05am	Liverpool One	No tags
2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	6h 35m	8:35am	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for London to Liverpool on November 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:00am	Victoria Coach Station	6h 15m	2:15pm	Liverpool One	Cheapest
5:50pm	Golders Green	4h 50m	10:40pm	Edge Lane	Fastest
2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	6h 35m	8:35am	Liverpool One	No tags
9:00pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	9h 5m	6:05am	Liverpool One	No tags
2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	6h 35m	8:35am	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for London to Liverpool on November 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	6h 15m	8:15pm	Liverpool One	Cheapest
5:50pm	Golders Green	4h 50m	10:40pm	Edge Lane	Fastest
2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	6h 35m	8:35am	Liverpool One	No tags
9:00pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	9h 5m	6:05am	Liverpool One	No tags
2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	6h 35m	8:35am	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for London to Liverpool on November 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	6h 35m	8:35am	Liverpool One	Cheapest
5:50pm	Golders Green	4h 50m	10:40pm	Edge Lane	Fastest
2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	6h 35m	8:35am	Liverpool One	No tags
9:00pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	9h 5m	6:05am	Liverpool One	No tags
2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	6h 35m	8:35am	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for London to Liverpool on November 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:45pm	Golders Green	6h 30m	9:15pm	Liverpool One	Cheapest
5:45pm	Golders Green	4h 40m	10:25pm	Edge Lane	Fastest
2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	6h 35m	8:35am	Liverpool One	No tags
11:30pm	Tottenham Hotspur Stadium	5h 40m	5:10am	Liverpool One	No tags
9:00pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	9h 5m	6:05am	Liverpool One	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from London 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 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

178 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $91	Average Duration6h 45m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$35 - $436	Average Duration2h 22m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$21 - $47	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,700 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

According to customer reviews, the bus service is generally satisfactory. Positive aspects include fast and smooth journeys, USB charging availability, and friendly staff. However, some customers have experienced delays due to traffic or accidents on the motorway. Additionally, there have been complaints about buses not stopping at designated stations and a lack of clear markings on the buses. Despite these issues mentioned in multiple reviews, overall satisfaction with National Express remains high.

National Express London Liverpool recent customer reviews

There was no wifi on the 7 hour bus ride. The power outlets didn’t work. The ac didn’t work. The bus was completely full. a mom and daughter were screaming at each other 6am and the daughter punched the mom.

Kyle L.

June 13, 2025

We were at the bus stop in good time. No clear markings on bus and we missed the bus

Andrew R.

June 20, 2023

Great there is usb charging Nice staff Soooo long Why doesn’t the coach use motorways

Jonny H.

June 4, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,226 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

Flixbus London Liverpool recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the announcement of the driver.

Jiliane C.

March 9, 2025

Time factor is very good

Remi L.

October 9, 2024

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Where are the popular stops in London and Liverpool?

Stops in London

A - Victoria Coach Station

B - Finchley Road

C - Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.

D - Earl's Court

E - London Elephant & Castle

F - Old Kent Rd

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 London to Liverpool by bus

How far is London from Liverpool?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from London 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

11/06

$16

11/07

$21

Today

$12

11/09

$15

11/10

$11

11/11

$11

11/12

$11

11/13

$11

The cheapest trip from London to Liverpool was searched and found on Nov 10, 2025 with a price of $11

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 $11 to $69 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 $11 which is on 2025-11-10.

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?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time6h 45m	Avg Price$21	Daily Departures64
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 22m	Avg Price$197	Daily Departures12
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time3h 50m	Avg Price$31	Daily Departures2

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