What is the distance between Manchester and Liverpool?

The distance between Manchester and Liverpool is approximately 50 km (31 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Manchester to Liverpool?

Buses departing from Manchester Airport in Manchester will take you to Unviersity in Liverpool.

Bus Manchester to Liverpool from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Manchester to Liverpool on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:35pm	Coach Station	1h 40m	9:15pm	Liverpool One	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Coach Station	35m	8:15am	Edge Lane	Fastest
Bus	7:40am	Coach Station	55m	8:35am	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	7:40am	Shudehill	1h 40m	9:20am	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	7:40am	Coach Station	55m	8:35am	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Liverpool on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	1h 25m	2:25am	Liverpool One	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Coach Station	35m	8:15am	Edge Lane	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	1h 25m	2:25am	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	7:40am	Shudehill	1h 40m	9:20am	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	1h 25m	2:25am	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Liverpool on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:20pm	Coach Station	1h 35m	11:55pm	Liverpool One	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Coach Station	35m	8:15am	Edge Lane	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	1h 25m	2:25am	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	7:40am	Shudehill	1h 40m	9:20am	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	1h 25m	2:25am	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Liverpool on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	1h 25m	2:25am	Liverpool One	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Coach Station	35m	8:15am	Edge Lane	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	1h 25m	2:25am	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	7:40am	Shudehill	1h 40m	9:20am	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	1h 25m	2:25am	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Liverpool on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:35pm	Coach Station	1h 40m	9:15pm	Liverpool One	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Coach Station	35m	8:15am	Edge Lane	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	1h 25m	2:25am	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	7:40am	Shudehill	1h 40m	9:20am	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	1h 25m	2:25am	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Liverpool on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:20pm	Coach Station	1h 35m	11:55pm	Liverpool One	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Coach Station	35m	8:15am	Edge Lane	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	1h 25m	2:25am	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	7:40am	Shudehill	1h 40m	9:20am	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	1h 25m	2:25am	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Liverpool on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	1h 25m	2:25am	Liverpool One	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Coach Station	35m	8:15am	Edge Lane	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	1h 25m	2:25am	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	7:40am	Shudehill	1h 40m	9:20am	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	1h 25m	2:25am	Liverpool One	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Liverpool

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Liverpool. The journey takes about 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

40mAverage Duration

51 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $52	Average Duration1h 19m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$7 - $21,638	Average Duration52m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$9 - $9	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

National Express receives high praise for its friendly and helpful drivers, with many users highlighting their attentiveness and willingness to assist passengers. The service is generally described as efficient and comfortable, with most trips running smoothly. However, some users noted occasional delays and a lack of information at certain stops, which could cause stress for travelers seeking updates. Overall, the positive experiences with staff and service quality stand out in these reviews.

National Express Manchester Liverpool recent customer reviews

My trip was confortable and simple but I had a problem that my plane had been delayed for two hours consequently my ticket had run out of time but the drivers of the buses were very helpful and kind allowing me to travel which I'm very grateful for so thank them very much for their kindness

Christine M.

October 10, 2025

Was terrible, Bus was 1 hour late, every other national express bus that arrived was Not Only unhelpful but the drivers were Very rude & angry!

Rachael A.

June 19, 2024

Your driver was very accommodating and friendly ,excellent service in trying times.

Norman R.

October 4, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,359 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,273 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

Based on 4273 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $22

Megabus Manchester Liverpool recent customer reviews

Very bad

Valentin E.

December 15, 2023

Bus never arrived, was stranded 2 hours

Daniel L.

October 5, 2023

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Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Liverpool?

Stops in Manchester

A - Manchester Airport

B - Shudehill

C - Coach Station

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

Stops in Liverpool

A - Unviersity

B - Liverpool One

C - Liverpool Airport

D - 3315 Islington

E - 44 Norton St

F - Bootle - Port of Liverpool

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Liverpool by bus

What is the distance between Manchester and Liverpool?
The distance between Manchester and Liverpool is approximately 50 km (31 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Manchester to Liverpool?
Buses departing from Manchester Airport in Manchester will take you to Unviersity in Liverpool.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-16

$16

11-17

$16

Today

$6

11-19

$6

11-20

$5

11-21

$6

11-22

$5

11-23

$5

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Liverpool was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Liverpool, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $5 to $23 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-11-20.