How far is Liverpool from Glasgow by coach?

The journey from Glasgow to Liverpool by coach covers an approximate distance of 177 miles (286 km).

What is the best way to go from Glasgow to Liverpool without a car?

You can reach Liverpool from Glasgow by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Glasgow to Liverpool from £13 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Glasgow to Liverpool on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:40	Glasgow	15h 10m	13:50	Liverpool One	Cheapest
Bus	23:00	Buchanan Bus Station	9h 35m	08:35	Liverpool One	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Buchanan Bus Station	9h 35m	08:35	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	23:55	Glasgow	19h 30m	19:25	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Liverpool on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:55	Glasgow	19h 30m	19:25	Liverpool One	Cheapest
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	8h 20m	17:00	Liverpool One	Fastest
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	8h 20m	17:00	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	07:45	Glasgow	22h 20m	06:05	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	23:00	Buchanan Bus Station	9h 35m	08:35	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Liverpool on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:55	Glasgow	19h 30m	19:25	Liverpool One	Cheapest
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	8h 20m	17:00	Liverpool One	Fastest
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	8h 20m	17:00	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	22:40	Glasgow	15h 10m	13:50	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	23:00	Buchanan Bus Station	9h 35m	08:35	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Liverpool on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:55	Glasgow	19h 30m	19:25	Liverpool One	Cheapest
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	8h 20m	17:00	Liverpool One	Fastest
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	8h 20m	17:00	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	22:40	Glasgow	15h 10m	13:50	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	23:00	Buchanan Bus Station	9h 35m	08:35	Liverpool One	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Liverpool on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:55	Glasgow	19h 30m	19:25	Liverpool One	Cheapest
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	8h 20m	17:00	Liverpool One	Fastest
Bus	08:40	Buchanan Bus Station	8h 20m	17:00	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	22:40	Glasgow	15h 10m	13:50	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	23:00	Buchanan Bus Station	9h 35m	08:35	Liverpool One	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Glasgow 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 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 40mAverage duration

177 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£15 - £86	Average duration13h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£20 - £96	Average duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£17 - £24	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Glasgow and Liverpool?

Stops in Glasgow

A
Buchanan Bus Station
Buchanan Street Bus Station, Killermont St, Glasgow G2 3NW, UK
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Stops in Liverpool

A
Liverpool One
Canning Pl, Liverpool L1, UK
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B
Unviersity
9 Brownlow Hill, Liverpool L3, UK
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C
Liverpool Airport
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D
3315 Islington
3315 Islington, Liverpool L3 8JR, UK
E
44 Norton St
44 Norton St, Liverpool L3 8PY, UK
F
Bootle - Port of Liverpool
Liverpool, Bootle L20 1DB, UK

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,451 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

National Express

4/529,735 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29735 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £34

National Express Glasgow Liverpool recent customer reviews

Bus was an hour late at destination, severely inconveniencing my pick-up driver. Ticket said 4am arrival, actual arrival 5am. Not happy.

Peter S.

4 August 2023

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Glasgow to Liverpool

How far is Liverpool from Glasgow by coach?
The journey from Glasgow to Liverpool by coach covers an approximate distance of 177 miles (286 km).
What is the best way to go from Glasgow to Liverpool without a car?
You can reach Liverpool from Glasgow by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

24/11

£44

25/11

£44

Today

£36

27/11

£33

28/11

£36

29/11

£27

30/11

£36

01/12

£14

The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Liverpool was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £14

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

You can expect to pay from £14 to £60 for a bus ticket from Glasgow to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.