The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading station (RDG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
8 h 35 m
Average duration
9 h 5 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
256 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
To travel from Reading station (RDG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus15:558h35Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride0:30Liverpool, Liverpool One£231One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus4:459h05Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride13:50Liverpool, Liverpool One£251One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus20:409h25Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride6:05Liverpool, Liverpool One£271One-way1 change
RRRA1 · NX035 · NX54011:4510h35Reading, Blagrave Street22:20Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£461One-way2 changes
RRRA1 · NX025 · NX54011:4510h35Reading, Blagrave Street22:20Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£461One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus15:558h35Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride0:30Liverpool, Liverpool One£231One-way1 change
RRRA1 · NX210 · NX54115:058h50Reading, Blagrave Street23:55Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£511One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus4:459h05Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride13:50Liverpool, Liverpool One£251One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus20:409h25Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride6:05Liverpool, Liverpool One£271One-way1 change
RRRA1 · NX210 · NX5418:219h29Reading, Blagrave Street17:50Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£601One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading station (RDG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading station (RDG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 256 km
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£47 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price |
6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reading station (RDG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reading station (RDG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) coaches for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:43 Reading station (RDG) | 8h17 | 1:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:03 Reading station (RDG) | 8h02 | 6:05 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride | 9h05 | 13:50 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 change | |
RRRA1 · NX032 · NX540 | 5:25 Reading, Blagrave Street | 9h40 | 15:05 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 2 changes | |
RRRA1 · NX025 · NX540 | 5:25 Reading, Blagrave Street | 9h40 | 15:05 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 2 changes | |
RRRA1 · NX210 · NX541 | 8:21 Reading, Blagrave Street | 9h29 | 17:50 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 2 changes | |
RRRA1 · NX210 · NX541 | 10:25 Reading, Blagrave Street | 10h30 | 20:55 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 2 changes | |
RRRA1 · NX035 · NX540 | 11:45 Reading, Blagrave Street | 10h35 | 22:20 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 2 changes | |
RRRA1 · NX025 · NX540 | 11:45 Reading, Blagrave Street | 10h35 | 22:20 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 2 changes | |
RRRA1 · NX210 · NX541 | 15:05 Reading, Blagrave Street | 8h50 | 23:55 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:55 Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride | 8h35 | 0:30 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading station (RDG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Buses from Reading station (RDG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:45, the last at 22:03. The fastest coach covers the 256 km distance in 7h 55m.
Distance 256 km |
Average bus duration 6h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 7h 55m |
First bus 3:45 |
Last bus 22:03 |
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Bus providers: Megabus from Reading station (RDG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)You can travel by bus between Reading station (RDG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) with Megabus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Reading station (RDG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading station (RDG) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Lime Street (LIV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
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- 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.
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- 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).
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- 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.
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