The cheapest and fastest coaches from Motherwell to Liverpool
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
9 h 10 m
Average duration
11 h 38 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Motherwell to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Motherwell to Liverpool will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Of the 2 buses that leave Motherwell for Liverpool every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 272 km distance in an average of 11 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 5 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 Motherwell to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Motherwell to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, and a coach costs an average of £38.
Distance: 272 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£45 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Motherwell to Liverpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Motherwell to Liverpool coaches for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:05 Motherwell | 7h40 | 15:45 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Motherwell to Liverpool
Buses from Motherwell to Liverpool run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £18 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 05:43, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 272 km distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 272 km |
Average bus duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 7h 40m |
First bus 05:43 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Bus providers: National Express from Motherwell to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Motherwell to Liverpool with National Express for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Motherwell to Liverpool coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motherwell 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Motherwell and Liverpool
- 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
- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Costa Coffee (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 82, 86A Train: Merseyrail
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