4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Liverpool to Manchester
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Buses per day
31
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Liverpool to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Manchester will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 31 buses that leave Liverpool for Manchester every day 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 27 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 50 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£7 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg 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
Liverpool to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Manchester coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX421 | Delayed 08:35 01:45Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0h50 | 07:35 07:35Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | Delayed 14:15 02:40Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h35 | 15:10 15:10Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | Delayed 05:15 02:45Liverpool, University | 1h30 | 15:10 15:10Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | Delayed 14:15 05:10Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h35 | 15:10 15:10Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | Delayed 05:15 Liverpool, University | 1h30 | 15:10 15:10Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX171 | Delayed 09:20 06:20Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h55 | 13:55 13:55Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX171 | Delayed 14:43 06:28Liverpool, University | 1h47 | 13:55 13:55Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | Delayed 14:15 07:50Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h55 | 15:10 15:10Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | Delayed 07:58 Liverpool, University | 1h47 | 15:10 15:10Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX171 | Delayed 09:20 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h40 | 13:55 13:55Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX171 | Delayed 14:43 09:28Liverpool, University | 1h32 | 13:55 13:55Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1h40 | 12:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:45 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1h25 | 12:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | Delayed 14:15 10:50Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h40 | 15:10 15:10Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | Delayed 10:58 Liverpool, University | 1h32 | 15:10 15:10Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX171 | Delayed 12:05 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h40 | 13:55 13:55Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX171 | Delayed 14:43 12:13Liverpool, University | 1h32 | 13:55 13:55Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | Delayed 14:15 13:35Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h40 | 15:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | On time 13:43 Liverpool, University | 1h32 | 15:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX171 | On time 14:35 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h40 | 16:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX171 | On time 14:43 Liverpool, University | 1h32 | 16:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | On time 16:05 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h55 | 18:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | On time 16:15 Liverpool, University | 1h45 | 18:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX171 | On time 17:40 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h40 | 19:20 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX171 | On time 17:48 Liverpool, University | 1h32 | 19:20 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:45 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1h35 | 20:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:55 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 1h25 | 20:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | On time 19:15 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h35 | 20:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | On time 19:23 Liverpool, University | 1h27 | 20:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX171 | On time 21:15 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h35 | 22:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX171 | On time 21:23 Liverpool, University | 1h27 | 22:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Manchester
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Buses from Liverpool to Manchester run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
There are 28 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 50 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 50 km |
Average bus duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 30 |
Direct buses 28 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Transport for Wales, Arriva North West, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire from Liverpool to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Manchester with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Transport for Wales, Arriva North West, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Liverpool to Manchester
National Express offers multiple services to Manchester Coach Station daily. The first bus departs from Liverpool Station at 2:20 a.m. and the last bus of the day departs at 11:40 p.m. The journey takes approximately one hour but at peak times the journey may take slightly longer.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Liverpool to Manchester?
Departure Station: Liverpool One Bus Station is situated at Canning Place in the heart of the city centre and a 5-minute walk from James Street Train Station. Taxis are also available from the station.
Arrival Station: Manchester Bus and Coach Station is situated on Chorlton Street in the very heart of Manchester. Piccadilly Train Station is a 5-minute walk and Victoria Train Station is a 10-minute walk from the bus station. Buses to and from the surrounding area are available at Piccadilly Gardens, where there is also a taxi rank.
FAQs: Liverpool to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.
When departing from Liverpool, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Liverpool, Liverpool One, Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place, Liverpool, University, Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre, Liverpool, Botanic Park and Liverpool, Kwik Fit Old Swan. When arriving in Manchester, you can end your journey in coach stations like Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Airport and Manchester, Shudehill / Bradshaw Street.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Liverpool, Liverpool One, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Coach Station, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Liverpool to Manchester, follow these tips:
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Manchester
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
Taxis- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Costa Coffee (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 82, 86A Train: Merseyrail
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
ShowerTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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