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Museum of Liverpool
A major museum covering Liverpool’s global links, city life and transport, with family-friendly displays and broad local history.
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
7 h 14 m
Average duration
7 h 47 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Liverpool will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £49.
To travel from Glasgow to Liverpool you need to make at least one change.
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NX590 · NX170
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 1m. 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 £16, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 285 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price |
6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Liverpool coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX590 · NX170 | 8:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h34 | 17:14 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 change | |
NX590 · NX170 | 8:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h40 | 17:20 Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
NX590 · NX170 | 8:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h55 | 17:35 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h15 | 17:05 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h40 | 17:30 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h10 | 20:30 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 9h55 | 20:15 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1 change | |
NX181 · NX170 | 23:00 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h10 | 9:10 Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
NX181 · NX421 | 23:00 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 9h35 | 8:35 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
NX181 · NX170 | 23:00 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h03 | 9:03 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 change | |
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Buses from Glasgow to Liverpool run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £12 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:18, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 285 km distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 285 km |
Average bus duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 8h 15m |
First bus 0:18 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Liverpool — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Liverpool trip today.
A major museum covering Liverpool’s global links, city life and transport, with family-friendly displays and broad local history.
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A compact central quarter known for independent shops, street art, music venues and a lively creative atmosphere.
A broad Georgian street lined with cultural venues, gardens and major civic buildings, ideal for a scenic walk.
A hearty beef stew with root vegetables, long linked to Liverpool’s dockworkers and home cooking. It is one of the city’s best-known traditional dishes.
A lighter local variation of scouse made with lamb or mutton, potatoes and vegetables. It reflects older Liverpool home-style cooking traditions.
A local bakery favourite made from leftover cake pieces bound with sweet filling and covered in icing or chocolate. It is strongly associated with Liverpool bakeries.
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate, polished setting. A strong choice for a special meal in central Liverpool.
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Long-established seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish and a smart but relaxed dining room near the waterfront.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses, trains and attractions can still add up in peak periods.
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.
When travellers need to make the trip from Clydeside to Merseyside, buses are always a good option. Buses don't run directly into Liverpool from Glasgow. Instead, a single change is usually needed. Journey times range from 7 hours 3 minutes to 9 hours 20 minutes, and there will be 2 departures every day, one just before lunch, and one shortly before 11:00 p.m.
Only one company offers a bus connection between Glasgow and Liverpool. National Express is the only option available, running daily indirect services from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool One.
Journey times will vary considerably, depending on which indirect journeys are involved. Expect total durations to range between 7 hours 3 minutes and 9 hours 20 minutes. Be aware that multiple journeys are possible with the same departure time due to variable stopovers in Manchester. Check for short transfer times to avoid any delays.
There are no direct buses between Glasgow and Liverpool. Instead, passengers can travel indirectly with National Express. The bus company offers 2 departures every day, with both a late morning and late evening service. Buses tend to require a change in Manchester, before the second leg to Liverpool One Bus Station.
Departure Station: Coaches from Glasgow to Liverpool will depart from Buchanan Bus Station. The bus station is situated on Killermont Street, central Glasgow, and is easy to reach from most parts of town. Stagecoach, First, McGill's, and Parks all run local buses from suburbs like Paisley, while Buchanan has its own Subway station as well. Airport transfer shuttles also run into Buchanan, taking 25-30 minutes from Glasgow International.
Arrival Station: All buses from Glasgow will arrive at Liverpool One Bus Station. Liverpool's main bus terminal is situated at the heart of the city, very close to the Georgian Quarter and quayside attractions like the Tate or the Beatles Experience. Arriva buses run to Liverpool Airport in 20 minutes, while local buses connect the coach station directly to both Goodison Park and Anfield. Students will be around 15-20 minutes' walk from the main campus of Liverpool University, and the 75 bus will drop arrivals off right outside Lime Street Station if onward rail transport is required.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.

Most Glasgow to Liverpool buses use the Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Liverpool bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station), Coffee Express (in the station), Fast Bites (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
Available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Liverpool, Liverpool One is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, Liverpool One has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret A Manger (in the station), Costa Coffee (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool, Liverpool One.
Available at Liverpool, Liverpool One: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, Liverpool One: Elevators, ramps.
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café in the Station (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place.
Available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place: Elevators, ramps.
Liverpool, University is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, University has practical services for this route, including Taxis.
Available at Liverpool, University: Taxis.
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