The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price on 23 Oct
£6
Average ticket price on 23 Oct
£7
Fastest journey on 23 Oct
38 m
Average journey duration on 23 Oct
41 m
Buses on 23 Oct
51
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
On Fri 23 Oct, we found 51 buses from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), including 51 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 38 m .
The slowest buses will take 44 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.
NX1701:050h45Manchester, Airport1:50Liverpool, University£61One-way0 changes
NX1701:050h55Manchester, Airport2:00Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£61One-way0 changes
NX1701:050h38Manchester, Airport1:43Liverpool, Botanic Park£61One-way0 changes
FlixBus6:201h00Manchester, Airport7:20Liverpool, Liverpool One£61One-way0 changes
FlixBus8:201h00Manchester, Airport9:20Liverpool, Liverpool One£61One-way0 changes
NX17021:550h38Manchester, Airport22:33Liverpool, Botanic Park£71One-way0 changes
NX1701:050h38Manchester, Airport1:43Liverpool, Botanic Park£61One-way0 changes
NX17023:590h39Manchester, Airport0:38Liverpool, Botanic Park£81One-way0 changes
NX1709:300h44Manchester, Airport10:14Liverpool, Botanic Park£81One-way0 changes
NX17017:350h44Manchester, Airport18:19Liverpool, Botanic Park£81One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Buses from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 53 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 53 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 22:59. The fastest coach covers the 47 km distance in 38m.
Distance 47 km |
Average bus duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 53 |
Direct buses 53 |
Fastest bus 38m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 22:59 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 77 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trip
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Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) coaches for today, Thursday 22 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 4:15 Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 5:15 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 5:00 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 7:20 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 7:05 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
NX421 | 7:15 Manchester, Airport | 1h20 | 8:35 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 8:10 Manchester, Airport | 1h15 | 9:25 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 8:10 Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 9:10 Liverpool, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 8:10 Manchester, Airport | 0h53 | 9:03 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 9:20 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 9:05 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 10:50 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 10:35 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 10:05 Manchester, Airport | 0h44 | 10:49 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 10:05 Manchester, Airport | 0h50 | 10:55 Liverpool, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 10:05 Manchester, Airport | 1h05 | 11:10 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 changesdirect | |
NX120 | 10:45 Manchester, Airport | 1h45 | 12:30 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 12:00 Manchester, Airport | 0h50 | 12:50 Liverpool, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 12:00 Manchester, Airport | 0h44 | 12:44 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 12:00 Manchester, Airport | 1h05 | 13:05 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 13:20 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 13:05 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 13:55 Manchester, Airport | 1h05 | 15:00 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 13:55 Manchester, Airport | 0h44 | 14:39 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 13:55 Manchester, Airport | 0h50 | 14:45 Liverpool, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 15:55 Manchester, Airport | 0h54 | 16:49 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 15:55 Manchester, Airport | 1h15 | 17:10 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 15:55 Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 16:55 Liverpool, University | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:20 Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 17:05 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:20 Manchester, Airport | 1h10 | 17:30 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:40 Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 18:25 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:40 Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 18:40 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 17:55 Manchester, Airport | 0h44 | 18:39 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 17:55 Manchester, Airport | 0h50 | 18:45 Liverpool, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 17:55 Manchester, Airport | 1h05 | 19:00 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:35 Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 19:20 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:35 Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 19:35 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:30 Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 20:30 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:30 Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 20:15 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 19:40 Manchester, Airport | 0h44 | 20:24 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 19:40 Manchester, Airport | 1h05 | 20:45 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 19:40 Manchester, Airport | 0h50 | 20:30 Liverpool, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 21:35 Manchester, Airport | 0h38 | 22:13 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 21:35 Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 22:20 Liverpool, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 21:35 Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 22:30 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:40 Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 22:40 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:40 Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 22:25 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 23:15 Manchester, Airport | 0h44 | 23:59 Liverpool, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 23:15 Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 0:10 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 23:15 Manchester, Airport | 0h38 | 23:53 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 23 October | |||||
NX170 | 1:05 Manchester, Airport | 0h45 | 1:50 Liverpool, University | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 1:05 Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 2:00 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 0 changesdirect | |
NX170 | 1:05 Manchester, Airport | 0h38 | 1:43 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)You can travel by bus between Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
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