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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Liverpool to York
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
4 h 58 m
Average duration
5 h 21 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Liverpool to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to York will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 5 buses that leave Liverpool for York every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 139 km distance in an average of 5 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 58 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 33 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool to York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 139 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price |
4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 York bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to York coaches for today, Saturday 17 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX170 · YC840 | Delayed 19:23 02:45Liverpool, University | 5h27 | 08:12 York | 1 change | |
| NX170 · YC840 | Delayed 19:23 05:30Liverpool, University | 4h45 | 10:15 York | 1 change | |
| NX170 · YC843 | Delayed 19:23 08:13Liverpool, University | 4h40 | 12:53 York | 1 change | |
| NX170 · YC843 | Delayed 19:23 10:58Liverpool, University | 4h47 | 15:45 York | 1 change | |
| NX171 · YC840 | 12:17 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 5h08 | 17:25 York | 1 change | |
| NX170 · YC843 | Delayed 19:23 13:43Liverpool, University | 4h40 | 18:23 York | 1 change | |
| NX171 · YC843 | 15:02 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 5h13 | 20:15 York | 1 change | |
| NX170 · NX561 | Delayed 19:23 16:28Liverpool, University | 4h22 | 20:50 York | 1 change | |
| NX171 · YC843 | 17:52 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 5h30 | 23:22 York | 1 change | |
| NX170 · NX561 | On time 19:23 Liverpool, University | 4h32 | 23:55 York | 1 change | |
| 04:25 Liverpool | 5h28 | 09:53 York | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:35 Liverpool | 5h18 | 10:53 York | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:55 Liverpool | 4h58 | 10:53 York | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to York
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Buses from Liverpool to York run on average 35 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £14 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:18, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 139 km distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 139 km |
Average bus duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 35 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 00:18 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Liverpool to YorkYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to York with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Liverpool to York: Journey Details
Buses from Liverpool to York leave on a daily basis from Liverpool Coach Station. It is not currently possible to book a direct bus to York, but National Express provide a quick, regular indirect service. This route takes as little as 3 hours 45 minutes to travel between Liverpool and York, with a brief stop in Leeds along the way. The earliest weekday departure is at 6:15 a.m., and the final bus of the day leaves at 2:00 p.m.
Taking the Bus from Liverpool
Buses from Liverpool to York all depart from Liverpool Coach Station. The Coach Station is located on Norton Street, in the eastern half of the city centre, not far from Liverpool University. If you are coming from the eastern suburbs, the Coach Station is also 5 minutes walk from Liverpool Lime Street Station, while local buses connect it to the waterfront districts and regional towns like Crosby and Birkenhead. Liverpool buses run until late, but if you are catching the early bus to York, a taxi may be required.
Getting into York by Bus
York is one of England's oldest cities, being a centre of Roman Britain and the capital of northern England when it was ruled by the Vikings. Visitors can tour the extraordinary cathedral, York Minster, wander around the shops in the Shambles or follow the almost perfectly preserved city walls. All buses from Liverpool arrive at a coach stop next to York Railway Station. From there, you can easily walk to York Minster, or catch bus number 7 into the centre of town. A good way to walk into the old town is by following Queen Street until you get to Micklegate.
FAQs: Liverpool to York coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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 York, Leeman Road, located 0.5 miles (771 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and York
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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
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