4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Liverpool
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
8 h 9 m
Average duration
8 h 53 m
Buses per day
10
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 £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
To travel from Glasgow to Liverpool you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus10:2010h10Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station20:30Liverpool, Liverpool One£331One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus10:209h55Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station20:15Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre£351One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus7:3511h45Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station19:20Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre£351One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus7:3512h00Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station19:35Liverpool, Liverpool One£351One-way1 change
NX181 · NX17023:0010h03Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station9:03Liverpool, Botanic Park£491One-way1 change
- NX590 · NX1708:408h09Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station16:49Liverpool, Botanic Park£571One-way1 change
- NX590 · NX1708:408h15Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station16:55Liverpool, University£571One-way1 change
- NX590 · NX1708:408h30Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station17:10Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£571One-way1 change
- NX181 · NX42123:009h35Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station8:35Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£531One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus10:209h55Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station20:15Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre£351One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Glasgow to Liverpool
Omio 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 £13. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 285 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£34 Average Price Cheapest | £60 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 |
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
Glasgow to Liverpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Liverpool coaches for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 11h45 | 19:20 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 12h00 | 19:35 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 change | |
| NX590 · NX170 | 8:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h30 | 17:10 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
| NX590 · NX170 | 8:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h15 | 16:55 Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
| NX590 · NX170 | 8:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h09 | 16:49 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 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 · NX170 | 23:00 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h03 | 9:03 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 change | |
| NX181 · NX421 | 23:00 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 9h35 | 8:35 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Liverpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Glasgow to Liverpool run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:18, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 285 km distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 285 km |
Average bus duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 0:18 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Glasgow to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Liverpool with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Glasgow to Liverpool
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.
Which coach companies travel from Glasgow to Liverpool?
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.
How long is the coach from Glasgow to Liverpool?
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.
How many coaches are there from Glasgow to Liverpool?
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.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Glasgow to Liverpool?
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.
FAQs: Glasgow to Liverpool coach
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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Liverpool
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.
Which Glasgow station do buses to Liverpool leave from?
Getting to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station 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 and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station), Coffee Express (in the station), Fast Bites (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 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Which Liverpool station do buses from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Liverpool, Liverpool One from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, Liverpool One is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, Liverpool One bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, Liverpool One has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret A Manger (in the station), Costa Coffee (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool, Liverpool One.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, Liverpool One: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, Liverpool One: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café in the Station (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Liverpool, University from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, University is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, University bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, University has practical services for this route, including Taxis.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, University: Taxis.
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