How far is Manchester from Liverpool by coach?

The journey from Liverpool to Manchester by coach covers an approximate distance of 31 miles (50 km).

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

The best way to go from Liverpool to Manchester without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Liverpool to Manchester from £3 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Liverpool to Manchester on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:45	Liverpool One	55m	19:40	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
Bus	19:35	Edge Lane Drive, adj Broad Green Rd/The Green (A5080)	45m	20:20	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	Fastest
Bus	13:35	Liverpool One	1h 40m	15:15	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	18:55	Wavertree Shopping Centre	45m	19:40	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	13:35	Liverpool One	1h 40m	15:15	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Liverpool to Manchester on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:15	Liverpool One	1h 35m	22:50	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:00	Edge Lane Drive, adj Broad Green Rd/The Green (A5080)	35m	02:35	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	01:45	Liverpool One	50m	02:35	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:30	Liverpool One	1h	11:30	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	01:45	Liverpool One	50m	02:35	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Liverpool to Manchester on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:15	Liverpool One	1h 35m	22:50	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:00	Edge Lane Drive, adj Broad Green Rd/The Green (A5080)	35m	02:35	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	01:45	Liverpool One	50m	02:35	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:30	Liverpool One	1h	11:30	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	01:45	Liverpool One	50m	02:35	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Liverpool to Manchester on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:15	Liverpool One	1h 35m	22:50	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:00	Edge Lane Drive, adj Broad Green Rd/The Green (A5080)	35m	02:35	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	01:45	Liverpool One	50m	02:35	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:30	Liverpool One	1h	11:30	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	01:45	Liverpool One	50m	02:35	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Liverpool to Manchester on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:15	Liverpool One	1h 35m	22:50	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:00	Edge Lane Drive, adj Broad Green Rd/The Green (A5080)	35m	02:35	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	01:45	Liverpool One	50m	02:35	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:30	Liverpool One	1h	11:30	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	01:45	Liverpool One	50m	02:35	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Liverpool to Manchester on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:35	Liverpool One	1h 40m	08:15	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:00	Edge Lane Drive, adj Broad Green Rd/The Green (A5080)	35m	02:35	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	01:45	Liverpool One	50m	02:35	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:35	Liverpool One	55m	11:30	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	01:45	Liverpool One	50m	02:35	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Liverpool to Manchester on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:15	Liverpool One	1h 35m	22:50	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:00	Edge Lane Drive, adj Broad Green Rd/The Green (A5080)	35m	02:35	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	01:45	Liverpool One	50m	02:35	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:35	Liverpool One	55m	11:30	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	01:45	Liverpool One	50m	02:35	Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Liverpool to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

50mAverage duration

32 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£4 - £28	Average duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£4 - £11,727	Average duration51m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Liverpool and Manchester?

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

Stops in Manchester

A
Manchester Airport
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B
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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C
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,729 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Users have shared positive experiences with National Express, highlighting friendly and professional drivers, clean buses, punctual arrivals, and smooth journeys. However, some concerns were noted about limited space due to additional passengers without tickets being accommodated for cash payments. Additionally, a few travelers mentioned discomfort from cold temperatures on the bus.

National Express Liverpool Manchester recent customer reviews

The drive was smooth and the expected times of the bus ariving were correct, the driver was punctual and very polite, sorted the booking of passengers in a timely manner and did a fantastic job overall.

Alex Đ.

7 May 2024

It was all okay, but it would have been great if we could have had support for the feet as well.

Pilar G.

31 August 2023

Friendly driver. Clean and modern bus. Arrived on time -was late to destination but traffics was bad

Lorraine B.

7 March 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,422 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,276 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

According to customer reviews, the bus service from Liverpool One station to Manchester Airport has received positive feedback. Customers appreciate the overall quality of the service, despite some minor delays and traffic issues experienced during their trips.

Megabus Liverpool Manchester recent customer reviews

The bus was at 3.05 am 30/04/2023 was late 10 mins. It took 1 hr 55 mins to get from Liverpool One station to Manchester Airport.

Konstantin D.

1 May 2023

Very good got stuck in traffic on the way but eventually arrived at manchester airport

James B.

30 March 2023

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Liverpool to Manchester

How far is Manchester from Liverpool by coach?
The journey from Liverpool to Manchester by coach covers an approximate distance of 31 miles (50 km).
What is the best way to go from Liverpool to Manchester without a car?
The best way to go from Liverpool to Manchester without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

22/11

£5

23/11

£5

Today

£5

25/11

£3

26/11

£3

27/11

£3

28/11

£3

29/11

£3

The cheapest trip from Liverpool to Manchester was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £3

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

You can expect to pay from £3 to £13 for a bus ticket from Liverpool to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £3, which is on 2025-11-28.