Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 06 Oct

Cheapest price on 06 Oct

£4

Average ticket price on 06 Oct

£5

Fastest journey on 06 Oct

45 m

Average journey duration on 06 Oct

45 m

Buses on 06 Oct

51

Distance

47 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.

Fast coaches

On Tue 06 Oct, we found 51 buses from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA), including 51 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 45 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    21:200h45
    Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre
    22:05Manchester, Airport
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    18:450h55
    Liverpool, Liverpool One
    19:40Manchester, Airport
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:400h45
    Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre
    7:25Manchester, Airport
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    21:501h00
    Liverpool, Liverpool One
    22:50Manchester, Airport
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:200h50
    Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre
    13:10Manchester, Airport
    £41One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA)

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Buses from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 51 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by train.

There are 51 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:35, the last at 23:18. The fastest coach covers the 47 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 £3
Distance
47 km
Average bus duration
1h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Buses per day
51
Direct buses
51
Fastest bus
45m
First bus
1:35
Last bus
23:18
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
28 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 £3

Live departures

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) bus times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) coaches for today, Monday 5 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 Liverpool, Liverpool One
0h55
9:55 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:10 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre
0h45
9:55 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1709:50 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1h05
10:55 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1709:58 Liverpool, University
0h57
10:55 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17010:02 Liverpool, Botanic Park
0h53
10:55 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:30 Liverpool, Liverpool One
1h00
11:30 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:45 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre
0h45
11:30 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17011:40 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1h05
12:45 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17011:48 Liverpool, University
0h57
12:45 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17011:52 Liverpool, Botanic Park
0h53
12:45 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:10 Liverpool, Liverpool One
1h00
13:10 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:20 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre
0h50
13:10 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX54113:30 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1h45
15:15 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17013:40 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1h05
14:45 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17013:48 Liverpool, University
0h57
14:45 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus13:50 Liverpool, Liverpool One
1h15
15:05 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17013:52 Liverpool, Botanic Park
0h53
14:45 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus14:00 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre
1h05
15:05 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17015:30 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1h15
16:45 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17015:40 Liverpool, University
1h05
16:45 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17015:45 Liverpool, Botanic Park
1h00
16:45 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17017:35 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1h00
18:35 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17017:43 Liverpool, University
0h52
18:35 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17017:47 Liverpool, Botanic Park
0h48
18:35 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus18:45 Liverpool, Liverpool One
0h55
19:40 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus18:55 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre
0h45
19:40 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17019:30 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1h00
20:30 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17019:38 Liverpool, University
0h52
20:30 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX17019:42 Liverpool, Botanic Park
0h48
20:30 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus20:05 Liverpool, Liverpool One
0h55
21:00 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus20:15 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre
0h45
21:00 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus21:10 Liverpool, Liverpool One
0h55
22:05 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus21:20 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre
0h45
22:05 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus21:50 Liverpool, Liverpool One
1h00
22:50 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus22:00 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre
0h50
22:50 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1702:30 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
0h55
3:25 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1702:35 Liverpool, University
0h50
3:25 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1702:38 Liverpool, Botanic Park
0h47
3:25 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1704:15 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1h00
5:15 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1704:20 Liverpool, University
0h55
5:15 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1704:23 Liverpool, Botanic Park
0h52
5:15 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:15 Liverpool, Liverpool One
0h55
6:10 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:25 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre
0h45
6:10 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1705:45 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1h05
6:50 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1705:53 Liverpool, University
0h57
6:50 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1705:57 Liverpool, Botanic Park
0h53
6:50 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:30 Liverpool, Liverpool One
0h55
7:25 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:40 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre
0h45
7:25 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1707:55 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
1h05
9:00 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1708:03 Liverpool, University
0h57
9:00 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1708:07 Liverpool, Botanic Park
0h53
9:00 Manchester, Airport0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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National Express as well as FlixBus offer coaches services from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA).

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA).

Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA)You can travel by bus between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £3. 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 FlixBus Duration
45m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£4
FlixBus frequency
10 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 National Express Duration
47m
Cheapest National Express Price
£4
National Express frequency
39 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.

FAQs: Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Airport (MIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is £7; 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is 45m to travel the 47 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) leaves at 1:35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) leaves at 23:18.
Yes, there are 51 direct coaches a day from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA), you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Manchester Airport (MIA). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Airport (MIA) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Manchester Airport (MIA) including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA):
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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.
  • 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 National Express, FlixBus.
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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA):
  • 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA):
  • 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA). The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Airport (MIA) with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

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