London to Liverpool bus with National Express

Tue, 03 Feb
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

$18

Average price

$34

Fastest journey

4 h 55 m

Average duration

5 h 15 m

Buses per day

48

Distance

286 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Liverpool will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $18.

Fast coaches

Of the 48 buses that leave London for Liverpool every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 286 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

National ExpressNX550
10:30AM6h00
London, Victoria Coach Station
04:30PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
$181One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX550
08:00AM6h15
London, Victoria Coach Station
02:15PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
$181One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX550
02:00PM6h15
London, Victoria Coach Station
08:15PMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
$181One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX550
08:00PM6h00
London, Victoria Coach Station
02:00AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
$181One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
08:00AM5h50
London, Victoria Coach Station
01:50PMLiverpool, Liverpool One
$211One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $25.

Distance: 286 km

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Train

$27

Average Price

Cheapest

$77

Average Price

6h 40m

Average total duration

6h 10m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

London to Liverpool bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Liverpool coaches for today, Tuesday, 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 5:35 am
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:00 am London, Victoria Coach Station
5h50
1:50 pm Liverpool, Liverpool One0 changesdirect
national_expressNX550
Delayed
8:00 pm 8:00 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station
6h15
2:00 am 2:00 amLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX540 · NX171
On time
8:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station
7h00
3:30 pm Liverpool, University
1 change
national_expressNX540 · NX1718:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station
6h54
3:24 pm Liverpool, Botanic Park1 change
national_expressNX540 · NX171
On time
8:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station
7h15
3:45 pm Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:30 am London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
5h20
1:50 pm Liverpool, Liverpool One0 changesdirect
national_expressNX540 · NX170
Delayed
4:00 pm 9:30 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station
7h15
4:45 pm Liverpool, University
1 change
national_expressNX540 · NX170
Delayed
4:00 pm 9:30 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station
7h09
4:39 pm Liverpool, Botanic Park
1 change
national_expressNX550
Delayed
8:00 pm 10:30 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station
6h00
2:00 am 2:00 amLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX540 · NX171
Delayed
4:00 pm 11:00 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station
7h24
6:24 pm Liverpool, Botanic Park
1 change
national_expressNX540 · NX171
Delayed
4:00 pm 11:00 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station
7h45
6:45 pm Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 change
national_expressNX540 · NX171
Delayed
4:00 pm 11:00 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station
7h30
6:30 pm Liverpool, University
1 change
national_expressNX540 · NX170
On time
1:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
7h00
8:00 pm Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
6h15
7:15 pm Liverpool, Liverpool One0 changesdirect
national_expressNX540 · NX1701:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
6h39
7:39 pm Liverpool, Botanic Park1 change
national_expressNX540 · NX170
On time
1:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
6h45
7:45 pm Liverpool, University
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:40 pm London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
5h35
7:15 pm Liverpool, Liverpool One0 changesdirect
national_expressNX540 · NX171
Delayed
4:00 pm 2:00 pmLondon, Victoria Coach Station
7h00
9:00 pm Liverpool, University
1 change
national_expressNX550
Delayed
8:00 pm 2:00 pmLondon, Victoria Coach Station
6h15
2:00 am 2:00 amLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX540 · NX171
Delayed
4:00 pm 2:00 pmLondon, Victoria Coach Station
6h54
8:54 pm Liverpool, Botanic Park
1 change
national_expressNX540 · NX170
Delayed
4:00 pm 3:00 pmLondon, Victoria Coach Station
7h15
10:15 pm Liverpool, University
1 change
national_expressNX540 · NX170
Delayed
4:00 pm 3:00 pmLondon, Victoria Coach Station
7h09
10:09 pm Liverpool, Botanic Park
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
5h35
8:35 pm Liverpool, Liverpool One0 changesdirect
national_expressNX540 · NX170
Delayed
4:00 pm 3:00 pmLondon, Victoria Coach Station
7h30
10:30 pm Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:40 pm London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h55
8:35 pm Liverpool, Liverpool One0 changesdirect
national_expressNX540 · NX171
On time
4:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
7h45
11:45 pm Liverpool, University
1 change
national_expressNX540 · NX1714:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
7h38
11:38 pm Liverpool, Botanic Park1 change
national_expressNX5514:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
7h25
11:55 pm Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place0 changesdirect
national_expressNX550
Delayed
8:00 pm 5:00 pmLondon, Victoria Coach Station
6h00
2:00 am 2:00 amLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX540 · NX170
On time
6:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
6h43
12:43 am Liverpool, Botanic Park
1 change
national_expressNX540 · NX170
On time
6:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
6h50
12:50 am Liverpool, University
1 change
national_expressNX540 · NX170
On time
6:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
7h00
1:00 am Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
5h30
12:30 am Liverpool, Liverpool One0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:35 pm London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
4h55
12:30 am Liverpool, Liverpool One0 changesdirect
national_expressNX550
On time
8:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
6h00
2:00 am Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX540 · NX171
On time
8:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
6h08
2:08 am Liverpool, Botanic Park
1 change
national_expressNX540 · NX171
On time
8:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
6h15
2:15 am Liverpool, University
1 change
national_expressNX42311:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
7h05
6:05 am Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus11:25 pm London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
6h40
6:05 am Liverpool, Liverpool One1 change
national_expressNX424 · NX423
On time
11:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
6h35
6:05 am Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1 change
national_expressNX424 · NX171
On time
11:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
10h25
9:55 am Liverpool, University
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
6h35
6:05 am Liverpool, Liverpool One0 changesdirect
national_expressNX424 · NX17111:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
10h18
9:48 am Liverpool, Botanic Park1 change
national_expressNX440 · NX42111:59 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
8h36
8:35 am Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1 change
Wednesday, 4 February
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:05 am London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
6h00
6:05 am Liverpool, Liverpool One0 changesdirect
national_expressNX421 · NX1712:00 am London, Victoria Coach Station
7h48
9:48 am Liverpool, Botanic Park1 change
national_expressNX421 · NX1712:00 am London, Victoria Coach Station
7h55
9:55 am Liverpool, University1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Liverpool

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Buses from London to Liverpool run on average 44 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 if you book in advance.

There are 16 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 286 km distance in 4h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
286 km
Average bus duration
6h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
$10
Buses per day
44
Direct buses
16
Fastest bus
4h 50m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:57
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, London Buses from London to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between London to Liverpool with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, London Buses for as low as $10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 50m
Cheapest Price
$10
FlixBus frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 0m
Cheapest Price
$17
National Express frequency
34 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 15m
Cheapest Price
$15
Megabus frequency
4 a day

London Buses

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 59m
Cheapest Price
$48
London Buses frequency
1 a day

FAQs: London to Liverpool coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Liverpool by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to Liverpool can start from as little as $10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Liverpool is $27; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London to Liverpool is 4h 50m to travel the 286 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London to Liverpool leaves at 12:05 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Liverpool leaves at 11:57 pm.
Yes, there are 16 direct coaches a day from London to Liverpool with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London to Liverpool, you can count on National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, London Buses for the best way to get you to Liverpool. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London and Liverpool and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from London , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Baker Street Station, London, Baker Street Station, Gloucester Place, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, London, York Road (London Eye), London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station), London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, Stratford City Bus Station, London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G), London, Golders Green Station, London, Elephant and Castle, London, Lithos Road, London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station, London, Eltham, London, Shoreditch High St / Bethnal Green Road (Stop L), London, New Cross Gate, London, Lewisham, London, Marble Arch, London, Kingsland Road / Middleton Road, London, Western Ave / Friary Road, London, Mile End / Aberavon Rd, London, Walworth, London, Wembley Stadium (First Way), London, Hammersmith Bridge Road, London, St John's Wood, London, Greenford Roundabout, London, Bow Church Station (Stop A), London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B), Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre . When arriving in Liverpool , you can end your trip in coach stations like Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place, Liverpool, Liverpool One, Liverpool, University, Liverpool, Botanic Park, Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive, Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre, Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange), Liverpool, Kwik Fit Old Swan, Birkenhead, Chester Street (Hamilton Square Station), Warrington, Winwick Street (Bus Interchange), Birkenhead, Europa Boulevard (Conway Park Campus) .Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 2 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Liverpool from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Liverpool is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Liverpool including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London to Liverpool:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London to Liverpool for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London to Liverpool depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Liverpool.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London to Liverpool:
  • 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London to Liverpool:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from London to Liverpool. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London to Liverpool with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Liverpool with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Liverpool with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Liverpool

London
Liverpool
The major coach station for departures in London is London, Victoria Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Victoria Coach Station for your trip from London to Liverpool.
London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
information
London, Baker Street Station, Gloucester Place

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