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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 38 m
Buses on 18 Sept
2
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 buses from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 51 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 40 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.
21:151h35Liverpool James Street (LVJ)22:50Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£51One-way0 changes- 16:401h40Liverpool James Street (LVJ)18:20Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£61One-way0 changes
- 21:151h35Liverpool James Street (LVJ)22:50Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£51One-way0 changes
- 16:401h40Liverpool James Street (LVJ)18:20Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 51 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price | £10 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average £13.
Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 23m.
Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £10 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £3. The journey takes 1h 23m versus 1h 0m 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.
Direct services are operated by National Express.
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
Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:15 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 1h35 | 22:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 16 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:45, the last at 21:15. The fastest coach covers the 51 km distance in 50m.
Distance 51 km |
Average bus duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 1:45 |
Last bus 21:15 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Bus providers: National Express from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)You can travel by bus between Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with National Express for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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