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Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to Livingston
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Livingston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £118.
Distance: 282 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £176 Average Price | £35 Average Price |
7h 18m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 18m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Livingston
Buses from Manchester to Livingston run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £12 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 02:05, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 282 km distance in 5h 52m.
Distance 282 km |
Average bus duration 6h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 52m |
First bus 02:05 |
Last bus 22:00 |
FAQs: Manchester to Livingston coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Livingston 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 Livingston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Livingston
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
- 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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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