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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Huyton to Manchester

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£5

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£5

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

1 h 15 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 25 m

Buses on 18 Sept

2

Distance

41 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Huyton to Manchester will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.

Fast coaches

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 buses from Huyton to Manchester, including 2 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 41 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • FlixBus
    18:451h35
    Huyton
    20:20Manchester
    £51One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    19:351h15
    Huyton
    20:50Manchester
    £61One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Huyton to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Huyton to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £7.

Distance: 41 km

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Driving

£5

Average Price

Cheapest

£7

Average Price

£8

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 50m

Average total duration

1h 20m

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30m

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1h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

40m

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30m

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50m

Average total duration

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0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Huyton to Manchester is a coach with an average price of £5.

This is compared to other travel options from Huyton to Manchester:

A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Huyton to Manchester costing on average £7.

The fastest way to travel from Huyton to Manchester is by train with an average journey time of 40m.

Other travel options to Manchester take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Huyton and Manchester including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £3. The journey takes 1h 20m versus 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

Huyton to Manchester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Huyton to Manchester coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX1708:15 Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive
1h15
9:30 Manchester, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17010:10 Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive
1h37
11:47 Manchester, Miles Platting0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17010:10 Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive
1h15
11:25 Manchester, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX54111:20 Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive
0h50
12:10 Manchester, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17012:00 Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive
1h15
13:15 Manchester, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX54013:35 Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive
0h50
14:25 Manchester, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX54113:50 Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive
0h45
14:35 Manchester, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17014:00 Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive
1h15
15:15 Manchester, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17014:00 Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive
1h37
15:37 Manchester, Miles Platting0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX54114:40 Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive
0h45
15:25 Manchester, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17015:55 Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive
1h25
17:20 Manchester, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX54016:50 Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive
0h55
17:45 Manchester, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17017:55 Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive
1h10
19:05 Manchester, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17017:55 Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive
1h30
19:25 Manchester, Miles Platting0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17019:50 Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive
1h10
21:00 Manchester, Coach Station0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Huyton to Manchester

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Buses from Huyton to Manchester run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by train.

There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:06, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 41 km distance in 45m.

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 £4
Distance
41 km
Average bus duration
1h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Buses per day
12
Direct buses
12
Fastest bus
45m
First bus
0:06
Last bus
23:57
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Thu
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 £4

Bus providers: National Express from Huyton to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Huyton to Manchester with National Express for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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 National Express Duration
45m
Cheapest National Express Price
£5
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.

Bus providers: National Express from Huyton to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Huyton to Manchester with National Express for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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 National Express Duration
45m
Cheapest National Express Price
£5
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.

What's included in each class

Compare National Express classes and the amenities included in each one.

Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

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Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.

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Manchester Art Gallery

Leading art museum with British and European paintings, design, costume and craft collections in a landmark city-centre building.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for a UK city. Hotels can be pricey at peak times, but dining, pubs and local transport are usually cheaper than London.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not require tips.

FAQs: Huyton to Manchester coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Huyton to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Huyton to Manchester can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Huyton to Manchester is £5; 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 Huyton to Manchester is 45m to travel the 41 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 Huyton to Manchester leaves at 0:06. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Huyton to Manchester leaves at 23:57.
Yes, there are 12 direct coaches a day from Huyton to Manchester with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Huyton to Manchester, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Huyton and Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Huyton , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive, Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre, Liverpool, Kwik Fit Old Swan, Liverpool, Botanic Park, Liverpool, Liverpool One . When arriving in Manchester , you can end your route in coach stations like Manchester, Airport, Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive, which is located around 4 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Coach Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Manchester from Huyton is worth doing with a journey time of 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Huyton to Manchester is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Huyton and Manchester including taking a train and coach.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Huyton to Manchester for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Huyton to Manchester:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Huyton to Manchester depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company 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 Huyton to Manchester.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Huyton to Manchester:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Huyton to Manchester:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Huyton to Manchester.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Huyton to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Huyton to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Huyton to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Huyton and Manchester

Most Huyton to Manchester buses use the Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive to Manchester, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester, Airport. Use this guide to compare Huyton and Manchester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Huyton
Arrival bus stations in Manchester

Which Manchester station do buses from Huyton arrive at?

Buses from Huyton to Manchester most often arrive at Manchester, Airport. Some services arrive at Manchester, Coach Station, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Manchester arrival station.
Manchester, AirportManchester Airport, Manchester M90 3RR, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Airport from Manchester city centre

Manchester, Airport is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £4 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min

Manchester, Airport bus station facilities and services

Manchester, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King (in the station), Giraffe (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering multiple currency options.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Airport.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.

Manchester, Coach StationChorlton St, Manchester M1 3JF, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Coach Station from Manchester city centre

Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 33, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 1m · £2 · every ~231 min

Manchester, Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Manchester, Coach 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), Fast Food Express (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.

Manchester, Shudehill InterchangeShudehill Interchange, Manchester M4 2AF, United KingdomWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange from Manchester city centre

Bus163, 118, 119, 18, 112, 114, 117, 81 · 3m · £2 · every ~69 min
TramBlue Line, Navy Line, Green Line, Yellow Line · 2m · £2 · every ~23 min

Manchester, Shudehill Interchange bus station facilities and services

Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

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

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.

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