The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Livingston
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
7 h 7 m
Average duration
7 h 7 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Livingston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Livingston will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Of the 1 buses that leave Manchester for Livingston every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 282 km distance in an average of 7 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 7 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 7 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 coach, train and flight for Manchester to Livingston
Omio recommends booking the train 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 £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £102.
Distance: 282 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £58 Average Price | £116 Average Price |
7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 11m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Livingston bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Livingston coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 22 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:10 Manchester | 7h07 | 23:17 Livingston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Livingston
Buses from Manchester to Livingston run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £17 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 02:05, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 282 km distance in 7h 7m.
Distance 282 km |
Average bus duration 7h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 7m |
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.

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
Most popular bus connections from Manchester
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