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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Middlesbrough to Liverpool
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 36 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Middlesbrough to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middlesbrough to Liverpool will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 4 buses that leave Middlesbrough for Liverpool every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 173 km distance in an average of 6 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 30 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 Middlesbrough to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 173 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price |
4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Middlesbrough to Liverpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Middlesbrough to Liverpool coaches for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX172 · NX421 | Delayed 17:30 00:25Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 8h10 | 08:35 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
| NX183 · NX171 | Delayed 16:30 12:35Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 5h34 | 23:38 23:38Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 change | |
| NX183 · NX171 | Delayed 16:30 12:35Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 5h40 | 23:45 23:45Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
| NX183 · NX171 | Delayed 16:30 12:35Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 5h55 | 18:30 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
| NX172 · NX171 | Delayed 17:30 15:20Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 5h34 | 23:38 23:38Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 change | |
| NX172 · NX171 | Delayed 17:30 15:20Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 5h55 | 21:15 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
| NX172 · NX171 | Delayed 17:30 15:20Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 5h40 | 23:45 23:45Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
| NX172 · NX171 | On time 18:50 Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 5h05 | 23:55 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
| NX172 · NX171 | On time 18:50 Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 4h55 | 23:45 Liverpool, University | 1 change | |
| NX172 · NX171 | On time 18:50 Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 4h48 | 23:38 Liverpool, Botanic Park | 1 change | |
| 07:15 Middlesbrough | 5h45 | 13:00 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:35 Middlesbrough | 8h30 | 17:05 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Middlesbrough to Liverpool.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Middlesbrough to Liverpool.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Middlesbrough to Liverpool
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Buses from Middlesbrough to Liverpool run on average 29 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:36. The fastest coach covers the 173 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 173 km |
Average bus duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 29 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:36 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Middlesbrough to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Middlesbrough to Liverpool with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Middlesbrough to Liverpool
It couldn’t be simpler to plan a trip from Middlesbrough to Liverpool by coach. Direct coaches are available every day of the week and on weekends, so affordable journeys are easy to find, even at the last minute. No journey along this route requires more than one coach change, which makes for a quick and convenient trip no matter when the time of travel. Coaches to Liverpool depart from Middlesbrough throughout the day, from as early as 8:10 a.m. right until 6:50 p.m. in the evening.
Which coach companies travel from Middlesbrough to Liverpool?
All coaches from Middlesbrough to Liverpool are provided by National Express. National Express has long been the biggest long-distance coach provider in the UK. As such, passengers can expect a high standard of service on board, including comfortable seats, plenty of legroom, air-conditioning controls and toilet facilities as standard.
How long is the coach from Middlesbrough to Liverpool?
Coach journeys along this route take around four hours 25 minutes on average. Journey times vary significantly, however. The shortest journey takes just three hours 55 minutes, while the longest journey takes around five hours 40 minutes, so it’s important to take note of the journey time at the time of booking. Journeys longer than five hours are relatively rare, though: usually there’s only one journey this long per day.
How many coaches are there from Middlesbrough to Liverpool?
There are usually around seven to eight coach journeys to Liverpool from Middlesbrough per day, seven days a week. Four of these will be direct services, while the remaining three to four journeys will be indirect. Indirect journeys usually require just one change at Leeds Bus Station. Most days, there will be four to five coaches departing in the morning, two in the afternoon and one in the evening.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Middlesbrough to Liverpool?
Departure coach station: Middlesbrough Bus Station on Newport Road, right in the centre of the city is the departure station. The station offers bus links within Middlesbrough and to other cities in the region. It’s conveniently located next door to Captain Cook Shopping Centre, which houses plenty of shops and restaurants. It’s also just a 12-minute walk from Middlesbrough Train Station.
Arrival coach station: Liverpool ONE Bus Station on Canning Place is where coaches arrive. This station serves the extensive Liverpool ONE shopping and dining district, located on the beautiful Liverpool waterfront in the city centre. Onsite facilities include automated ticket machines, toilets and a cashpoint.
FAQs: Middlesbrough to Liverpool coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough to Liverpool 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, 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 Middlesbrough and Liverpool
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
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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