The cheapest and fastest coaches from Blackburn to Liverpool
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
3 h 4 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Blackburn to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackburn to Liverpool will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
To travel from Blackburn to Liverpool you need to make at least one change.
NX540 · NX54011:403h25Blackburn, Penny Street15:05Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£181One-way1 change
NX540 · NX17011:404h14Blackburn, Penny Street15:54Liverpool, Botanic Park£201One-way1 change
NX540 · NX1708:203h10Blackburn, Penny Street11:30Liverpool, University£201One-way1 change
NX540 · NX17011:404h20Blackburn, Penny Street16:00Liverpool, University£201One-way1 change
NX540 · NX1708:203h04Blackburn, Penny Street11:24Liverpool, Botanic Park£201One-way1 change
NX540 · NX1708:203h04Blackburn, Penny Street11:24Liverpool, Botanic Park£201One-way1 change
NX540 · NX1708:203h10Blackburn, Penny Street11:30Liverpool, University£201One-way1 change
NX540 · NX1708:203h25Blackburn, Penny Street11:45Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£201One-way1 change
NX540 · NX54011:403h25Blackburn, Penny Street15:05Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£181One-way1 change
NX540 · NX17011:404h14Blackburn, Penny Street15:54Liverpool, Botanic Park£201One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Blackburn to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackburn to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 50 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price |
3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Blackburn to Liverpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Blackburn to Liverpool coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX540 · NX170 | Delayed 8:20 Blackburn, Penny Street | 3h10 | 13:55 13:55Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX170 | 8:20 Blackburn, Penny Street | 3h04 | 11:24 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX170 | On time 8:20 Blackburn, Penny Street | 3h25 | 11:45 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX170 | 11:40 Blackburn, Penny Street | 4h14 | 15:54 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX170 | On time 11:40 Blackburn, Penny Street | 4h20 | 16:00 Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX540 | On time 11:40 Blackburn, Penny Street | 3h25 | 15:05 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of The Blackburn Bus Company or Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire to find the best option for your trip from Blackburn to Liverpool.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Blackburn to Liverpool
Buses from Blackburn to Liverpool run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 21:48. The fastest coach covers the 50 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 50 km |
Average bus duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 21:48 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 5 days |
Bus providers: National Express, The Blackburn Bus Company, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire from Blackburn to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Blackburn to Liverpool with National Express, The Blackburn Bus Company, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
The Blackburn Bus Company
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
FAQs: Blackburn to Liverpool coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackburn 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.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Blackburn and Liverpool
- 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
- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
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