How much is the bus ticket from Liverpool to Manchester?

The cheapest coach tickets from Liverpool to Manchester start from £4. The average price for this route is around £7. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Liverpool to Manchester?

The average bus journey time from Liverpool to Manchester is 1h 25m, covering a distance of 29 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 35m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Liverpool to Manchester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 160 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Liverpool to Manchester?

The earliest bus departs from Liverpool to Manchester at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 21:35.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Liverpool to Manchester?

A bus journey from Liverpool to Manchester produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Liverpool to Manchester?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29858 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Liverpool to Manchester?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Liverpool to Manchester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Liverpool to Manchester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Liverpool to Manchester from £3 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Liverpool to Manchester on 20 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:15	Liverpool One	1h 35m	20:50	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	19:35	Edge Lane Drive, adj Broad Green Rd/The Green (A5080)	45m	20:20	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	Fastest
Bus	14:35	Liverpool One	1h 40m	16:15	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	18:45	Liverpool One	55m	19:40	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	14:35	Liverpool One	1h 40m	16:15	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Liverpool to Manchester on 21 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05	Liverpool One	1h 40m	13:45	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 22 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:20	Liverpool One	1h 55m	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	10:30	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 23 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:20	Liverpool One	1h 55m	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	10:30	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 24 January
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 25 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:20	Liverpool One	1h 40m	11:00	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 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:20	Liverpool One	1h 55m	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	10:30	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 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:20	Liverpool One	1h 55m	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	10:30	Liverpool One	1h	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 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage duration

32 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£4 - £113	Average duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£3 - £11,479	Average duration52m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Liverpool and Manchester?

Stops in Liverpool

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

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
Map
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
Map
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
Map

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,864 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

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

3.5/512,119 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Liverpool to Manchester

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Liverpool to Manchester?
The cheapest coach tickets from Liverpool to Manchester start from £4. The average price for this route is around £7. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Liverpool to Manchester?
The average bus journey time from Liverpool to Manchester is 1h 25m, covering a distance of 29 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 35m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Liverpool to Manchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 160 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Liverpool to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from Liverpool to Manchester at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 21:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Liverpool to Manchester?
A bus journey from Liverpool to Manchester produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Liverpool to Manchester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29858 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Liverpool to Manchester?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Liverpool to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Liverpool to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

18/01

£5

19/01

£4

Today

£4

21/01

£3

22/01

£4

23/01

£4

24/01

£4

25/01

£4

The cheapest trip from Liverpool to Manchester was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 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 2026-01-21.