Edinburgh to Liverpool bus with FlixBus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for 25 Aug

Cheapest price

£35

Average price

£50

Fastest journey

8 h 39 m

Average duration

9 h 26 m

Buses per day

9

Distance

283 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Edinburgh to Liverpool will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.

Fast coaches

To travel from Edinburgh to Liverpool you need to make at least one change.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:0510h30
    Edinburgh, Bus Station
    19:35Liverpool, Liverpool One
    £351One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:0510h15
    Edinburgh, Bus Station
    19:20Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre
    £351One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    23:1514h35
    Edinburgh, Bus Station
    13:50Liverpool, Liverpool One
    £491One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX180 · NX170
    21:1011h53
    Edinburgh, Bus Station
    9:03Liverpool, Botanic Park
    £521One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX180 · NX170
    21:1012h15
    Edinburgh, Bus Station
    9:25Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    £521One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 28m. 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 £23, and a train costs an average of £22.

Distance: 283 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£39

Average Price

Cheapest

£49

Average Price

6h 53m

Average total duration

6h 23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 58m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 28m

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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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Edinburgh to Liverpool bus times

The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Liverpool coaches for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station
10h15
19:20 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station
10h30
19:35 Liverpool, Liverpool One1 change
National ExpressNX183 · NX17011:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station
8h39
20:24 Liverpool, Botanic Park1 change
National ExpressNX183 · NX17011:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station
9h00
20:45 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1 change
National ExpressNX183 · NX17011:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station
8h45
20:30 Liverpool, University1 change
National ExpressNX180 · NX17021:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station
12h00
9:10 Liverpool, University1 change
National ExpressNX180 · NX17021:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station
11h53
9:03 Liverpool, Botanic Park1 change
National ExpressNX180 · NX17021:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station
12h15
9:25 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus23:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station
14h35
13:50 Liverpool, Liverpool One1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Edinburgh to Liverpool coaches with Omio?

FlixBus as well as National Express, Megabus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd and more offer coaches services from Edinburgh to Liverpool.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Edinburgh to Liverpool.

Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express, Megabus or Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Liverpool.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh to Liverpool.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express, Megabus or Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Liverpool.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Liverpool.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Liverpool

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Buses from Edinburgh to Liverpool run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £22 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 00:17, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 283 km distance in 10h 15m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £22
Distance
283 km
Average bus duration
6h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Buses per day
16
Fastest bus
10h 15m
First bus
0:17
Last bus
23:45
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
56 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £22

Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express, Megabus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd from Edinburgh to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Liverpool with FlixBus, National Express, Megabus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd for as low as £22. 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
10h 15m
Cheapest Price
£23
FlixBus frequency
3 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
12h 15m
Cheapest Price
£51
National Express frequency
13 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 5m
Cheapest Price
£25
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 35m
Cheapest Price
£44
Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd frequency
2 a day

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Things to do in Liverpool

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  • Must visit

Museum of Liverpool

A major museum covering Liverpool’s global links, city life and transport, with family-friendly displays and broad local history.

  • Must visit

World Museum

An extensive museum of archaeology, world cultures and natural history, known for varied displays and free family visits.

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Tate Liverpool

A waterfront gallery with British art, decorative works and changing exhibitions in a landmark dockside building.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses, trains and attractions can still add up in peak periods.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip about 10%. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.

FAQs: Edinburgh to Liverpool coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Liverpool can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Edinburgh to Liverpool is £39; 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 Edinburgh to Liverpool is 10h 15m to travel the 283 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Edinburgh to Liverpool leaves at 0:17. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Edinburgh to Liverpool leaves at 23:45.
There are 16 coaches a day from Edinburgh to Liverpool which require at least one change with FlixBus, National Express, Megabus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Edinburgh to Liverpool, you can count on FlixBus, National Express, Megabus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd for the best way to get you to Liverpool. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Edinburgh and Liverpool and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Edinburgh , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Edinburgh, Bus Station . When arriving in Liverpool , you can end your route in coach stations like Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place, Liverpool, University, Liverpool, Botanic Park, Liverpool, Liverpool One, Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre, Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive, Liverpool, Kwik Fit Old Swan, Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Edinburgh, Bus Station, which is located around 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 Edinburgh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 10h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Edinburgh to Liverpool is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Edinburgh and Liverpool including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Edinburgh to Liverpool:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Edinburgh to Liverpool for coach company FlixBus, National Express, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Edinburgh to Liverpool depends on the coach companies:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
  • 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 FlixBus, National Express.
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 Edinburgh to Liverpool.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Edinburgh to Liverpool:
  • Megabus
    • One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
  • 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 Edinburgh to Liverpool:
  • Megabus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
  • 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Liverpool with the following coach company: FlixBus, National Express, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Edinburgh to Liverpool with the following coach company: FlixBus, National Express, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Edinburgh to Liverpool with the following coach company: FlixBus, National Express, Megabus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Liverpool

Most Edinburgh to Liverpool buses use the Edinburgh, Bus Station to Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool, University. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Liverpool bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Edinburgh
Arrival bus stations in Liverpool

Which Edinburgh station do buses to Liverpool leave from?

Buses from Edinburgh to Liverpool leave from Edinburgh, Bus Station. The station is from Edinburgh city centre at Elder Street, Edinburgh EH1 3DX, United Kingdom.
Edinburgh, Bus StationElder Street, Edinburgh EH1 3DX, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Edinburgh, Bus Station from Edinburgh city centre

Bus10, 11 · 2m · £2 · every ~30 min
Uk090 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~32 min
TramEdinburgh York Place - Edinburgh Airport, T50 · 3m · £4 · every ~38 min

Edinburgh, Bus Station bus station facilities and services

Edinburgh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.

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