4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Liverpool
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
8 h 35 m
Average duration
10 h 2 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Liverpool will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
To travel from Southampton to Liverpool you need to make at least one change.
NX160 · NX54112:109h55Southampton, Coach Station22:05Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£311One-way1 change- NX032 · NX5404:1510h50Southampton, Coach Station15:05Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£321One-way1 change
- NX160 · NX54116:009h35Southampton, Coach Station1:35Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£331One-way1 change
- NX032 · NX54012:1511h15Southampton, Coach Station23:30Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£351One-way1 change
- NX160 · NX5418:558h35Southampton, Coach Station17:30Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£441One-way1 change
- NX160 · NX5418:558h35Southampton, Coach Station17:30Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£441One-way1 change
- NX160 · NX54116:009h35Southampton, Coach Station1:35Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£331One-way1 change
- NX160 · NX54112:109h55Southampton, Coach Station22:05Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£311One-way1 change
- NX032 · NX5404:1510h50Southampton, Coach Station15:05Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£321One-way1 change
- NX032 · NX54012:1511h15Southampton, Coach Station23:30Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place£351One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southampton to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 299 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £87 Average Price |
7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Southampton to Liverpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Liverpool coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX032 · NX540 | On time 4:15 Southampton, Coach Station | 10h50 | 15:05 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
| NX160 · NX541 | 8:55 Southampton, Coach Station | 8h35 | 17:30 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
| NX160 · NX541 | 12:10 Southampton, Coach Station | 9h55 | 22:05 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX540 | On time 12:15 Southampton, Coach Station | 11h15 | 23:30 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change | |
| NX160 · NX541 | 16:00 Southampton, Coach Station | 9h35 | 1:35 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Liverpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Southampton to Liverpool run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:43, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 299 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 299 km |
Average bus duration 6h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 0:43 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Southampton to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Liverpool with National Express, Megabus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Southampton to Liverpool coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Liverpool
Most Southampton to Liverpool buses use the Southampton, Coach Station to Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool, University. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Liverpool bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do buses to Liverpool leave from?
Getting to Southampton, Coach Station from Southampton city centre
Southampton, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Southampton, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Express (in the station), Sandwich Bar (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Southampton, Burgess Rd (Library) from Southampton city centre
Which Liverpool station do buses from Southampton arrive at?
Getting to Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café in the Station (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Liverpool, University from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool, University is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool, University bus station facilities and services
Liverpool, University has practical services for this route, including Taxis.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool, University: Taxis.
Getting to Liverpool, Botanic Park from Liverpool city centre
Most popular bus connections from Southampton
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