The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Liverpool
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
6 h
Buses per day
5
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Liverpool will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 5 buses that leave Oxford for Liverpool every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 218 km distance in an average of 6 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 40 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 Oxford to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 218 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£29 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price |
5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Oxford to Liverpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Liverpool coaches for today, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX160 · NX550 | On time 14:10 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h50 | 20:00 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
NX160 · NX550 | On time 17:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h00 | 22:45 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
| Monday 2 March | |||||
![]() | 00:50 Oxford | 5h15 | 06:05 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:45 Oxford | 5h45 | 16:30 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Oxford to Liverpool coaches with Omio?
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 FlixBus or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Oxford to Liverpool.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Oxford to Liverpool.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Oxford to Liverpool.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Liverpool
Buses from Oxford to Liverpool run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:41, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 218 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 218 km |
Average bus duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 00:41 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Oxford to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Liverpool with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Oxford to Liverpool coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford and Liverpool
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- The Four Candles (0.2 km)
- The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90
- 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
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