The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Liverpool
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
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.
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.
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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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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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$27 Average Price Cheapest | $77 Average Price |
6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:00 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h50 | 1:50 pm Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
NX550 | Delayed 8:00 pm 8:00 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 6h15 | 2:00 am 2:00 amLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 changesdirect | |
NX540 · NX171 | On time 8:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h00 | 3:30 pm Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX171 | 8:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h54 | 3:24 pm Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX171 | On time 8:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h15 | 3:45 pm Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 8:30 am London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h20 | 1:50 pm Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
NX540 · NX170 | Delayed 4:00 pm 9:30 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 7h15 | 4:45 pm Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX170 | Delayed 4:00 pm 9:30 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 7h09 | 4:39 pm Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 change | |
NX550 | Delayed 8:00 pm 10:30 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 6h00 | 2:00 am 2:00 amLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 changesdirect | |
NX540 · NX171 | Delayed 4:00 pm 11:00 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 7h24 | 6:24 pm Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX171 | Delayed 4:00 pm 11:00 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 7h45 | 6:45 pm Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX171 | Delayed 4:00 pm 11:00 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 7h30 | 6:30 pm Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX170 | On time 1:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h00 | 8:00 pm Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 1:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h15 | 7:15 pm Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
NX540 · NX170 | 1:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h39 | 7:39 pm Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX170 | On time 1:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h45 | 7:45 pm Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 1:40 pm London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h35 | 7:15 pm Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
NX540 · NX171 | Delayed 4:00 pm 2:00 pmLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 7h00 | 9:00 pm Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
NX550 | Delayed 8:00 pm 2:00 pmLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 6h15 | 2:00 am 2:00 amLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 changesdirect | |
NX540 · NX171 | Delayed 4:00 pm 2:00 pmLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 6h54 | 8:54 pm Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX170 | Delayed 4:00 pm 3:00 pmLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 7h15 | 10:15 pm Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX170 | Delayed 4:00 pm 3:00 pmLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 7h09 | 10:09 pm Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 3:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h35 | 8:35 pm Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
NX540 · NX170 | Delayed 4:00 pm 3:00 pmLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 7h30 | 10:30 pm Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 3:40 pm London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h55 | 8:35 pm Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
NX540 · NX171 | On time 4:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h45 | 11:45 pm Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX171 | 4:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h38 | 11:38 pm Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 change | |
NX551 | 4:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h25 | 11:55 pm Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 changesdirect | |
NX550 | Delayed 8:00 pm 5:00 pmLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 6h00 | 2:00 am 2:00 amLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 changesdirect | |
NX540 · NX170 | On time 6:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h43 | 12:43 am Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX170 | On time 6:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h50 | 12:50 am Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX170 | On time 6:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h00 | 1:00 am Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 7:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h30 | 12:30 am Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 pm London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h55 | 12:30 am Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
NX550 | On time 8:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h00 | 2:00 am Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 changesdirect | |
NX540 · NX171 | On time 8:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h08 | 2:08 am Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX171 | On time 8:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h15 | 2:15 am Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
NX423 | 11:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h05 | 6:05 am Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 pm London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h40 | 6:05 am Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 change | |
NX424 · NX423 | On time 11:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h35 | 6:05 am Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
NX424 · NX171 | On time 11:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 10h25 | 9:55 am Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 11:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h35 | 6:05 am Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
NX424 · NX171 | 11:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 10h18 | 9:48 am Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 change | |
NX440 · NX421 | 11:59 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h36 | 8:35 am Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
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FlixBus | 12:05 am London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h00 | 6:05 am Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
NX421 · NX171 | 2:00 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h48 | 9:48 am Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 change | |
NX421 · NX171 | 2:00 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h55 | 9:55 am Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Liverpool
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.
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 |
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
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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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Liverpool
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Costa Coffee (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 82, 86A Train: Merseyrail
- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
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