The cheapest and fastest coaches from Liverpool to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
50 m
Buses per day
44
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Liverpool 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 to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 44 buses that leave Liverpool for Manchester Airport (MIA) every day 43 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 55 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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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 47 km
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1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Liverpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) coaches for today, Thursday 19 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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NX171 | Delayed 13:00 12:05Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 13:15 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | On time 14:35 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 15:45 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | 14:43 Liverpool, University | 1h02 | 15:45 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | On time 17:40 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 18:50 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | 17:48 Liverpool, University | 1h02 | 18:50 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:45 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0h55 | 19:40 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:55 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0h45 | 19:40 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | On time 21:15 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h05 | 22:20 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | 21:23 Liverpool, University | 0h57 | 22:20 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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NX170 | 02:40 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h05 | 03:45 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | Delayed 07:58 02:45Liverpool, University | 1h00 | 09:10 09:10Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 02:48 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0h57 | 03:45 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 05:10 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h05 | 06:15 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | Delayed 07:58 05:15Liverpool, University | 1h00 | 09:10 09:10Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 05:18 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0h57 | 06:15 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | Delayed 12:05 06:20Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 10:30 10:30Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | Delayed 12:13 06:28Liverpool, University | 1h02 | 10:30 10:30Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | 06:32 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0h58 | 07:30 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 07:50 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h20 | 09:10 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | On time 07:58 Liverpool, University | 1h12 | 09:10 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 08:02 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1h08 | 09:10 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
N12978+ AW934800 | On time 09:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h07 | 10:26 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
NX171 | Delayed 12:05 09:20Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 10:30 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | Delayed 12:13 09:28Liverpool, University | 1h02 | 10:30 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | 09:32 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0h58 | 10:30 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1h00 | 11:30 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0h45 | 11:30 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 10:50 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 12:00 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | On time 10:58 Liverpool, University | 1h02 | 12:00 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 11:02 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0h58 | 12:00 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | On time 12:05 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 13:15 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | On time 12:13 Liverpool, University | 1h02 | 13:15 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | 12:17 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0h58 | 13:15 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | On time 13:43 Liverpool, University | 1h02 | 14:45 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | On time 14:35 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 15:45 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | On time 14:43 Liverpool, University | 1h02 | 15:45 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | On time 16:15 Liverpool, University | 1h15 | 17:30 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | On time 17:40 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h10 | 18:50 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | On time 17:48 Liverpool, University | 1h02 | 18:50 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | On time 19:23 Liverpool, University | 0h57 | 20:20 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | On time 21:15 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1h05 | 22:20 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | On time 21:23 Liverpool, University | 0h57 | 22:20 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Buses from Liverpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 39 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 39 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:15, the last at 22:40. The fastest coach covers the 47 km distance in 45m.
Distance 47 km |
Average bus duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 39 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 05:15 |
Last bus 22:40 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Liverpool to Manchester Airport (MIA)You can travel by bus between Liverpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Liverpool to Manchester Airport
Coaches from Liverpool to Manchester Airport are a quick and cost-effective way of starting a journey by plane. There are up to 14 departures a day, seven of which are direct. Direct routes take between one hour and one and a half hours while connecting services take from two to three hours. A similar timetable operates throughout the week. Departures are from Liverpool One Bus Station, Canning Place with arrivals at Manchester Airport train station, which has easy links to all three terminals.
Which coach companies travel from Liverpool to Manchester Airport?
All services from Liverpool to Manchester Airport are operated by National Express Coaches. This large company is part-British and part-multinational and operates routes in the United Kingdom and across Europe. Its fleet is modern with comfortable interiors and onboard facilities of luggage storage, toilets, WiFi, air conditioning or heating and, on some coaches, individual power outlets.
How long is the coach from Liverpool to Manchester Airport?
Direct routes from Liverpool to Manchester Airport take between one hour and one and a half hours while connecting routes have slightly longer journey times of two to three hours. Where required, connections are made at Manchester Coach Station.
How many coaches are there from Liverpool to Manchester Airport?
There are 11 daily direct departures of coaches to Manchester Airport from Liverpool and a further three services that require a transfer en route. Departures start in the early hours of the morning and continue until late evening on a timetable that operates throughout the week.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Liverpool to Manchester Airport?
Departure bus station: Coaches to Manchester Airport from Liverpool depart from the city's One Bus Station, which is located on Canning Street close to the docks. It is part of the city's extensive network of local and long-distance buses. Liverpool One Bus Station has facilities that include waiting areas, toilets and ATMs and is next to a large shopping complex with a range of cafes and restaurants.
Arrival bus station: Coaches from Liverpool to Manchester Airport terminate at Manchester Airport Train Station, which gives easy access to all three passenger terminals. The airport is approximately 10 miles from the city centre and is served by trains, buses and taxis. Facilities available to coach passengers include car hire desks, WiFi, toilets, ATMs and a selection of shops and cafes in the station as well as in the terminals.
FAQs: Liverpool to Manchester Airport (MIA) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.

- 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 Liverpool and Manchester Airport (MIA)
- 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
- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
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