4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bolton to Liverpool
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bolton to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Liverpool will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
To travel from Bolton to Liverpool you need to make at least one change.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bolton to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. 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 £8, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 41 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price |
2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bolton to Liverpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Liverpool coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX424 · NX171 | On time 23:15 Bolton, Interchange | 3h10 | 02:25 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
| NX424 · NX171 | On time 23:15 Bolton, Interchange | 3h00 | 02:15 Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
| NX540 · NX171 | Delayed 11:30 09:15Bolton, Astley Bridge | 3h30 | 12:45 Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX171 | On time 11:30 Bolton, Astley Bridge | 4h00 | 15:30 Liverpool, University | 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 Bee Network to find the best option for your trip from Bolton to Liverpool.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bolton to Liverpool
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Buses from Bolton to Liverpool run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 02:19, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 41 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 41 km |
Average bus duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 02:19 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express, Bee Network from Bolton to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Bolton to Liverpool with National Express, Bee Network for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Bee Network
FAQs: Bolton to Liverpool coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton 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 Bolton and Liverpool
Taxis
- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATMTaxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
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