What is the distance between Manchester and Liverpool?

Manchester and Liverpool are 31 miles (50 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Manchester to Liverpool?

If you're headed to Liverpool from Manchester, chances are that your bus will depart from Manchester Airport and arrive at Liverpool One. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Liverpool?

Once in Liverpool, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are 20 Forthlin Road - Paul McCartney Home, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, Another Place, Chester Zoo and Formby Point.

Bus Manchester to Liverpool from $4 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Manchester to Liverpool on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:50pm	Coach Station	1h 55m	6:45pm	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 27
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 28
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 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:50pm	Coach Station	1h 40m	6:30pm	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 30
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 December 1
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 December 2
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 the good way to reach Liverpool. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, 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$5 - $145	Average Duration1h 19m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$5 - $14,930	Average Duration52m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $7	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Liverpool?

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

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

National Express

4/529,733 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

3.5/511,446 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Megabus UK

3.5/54,277 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

Based on 4277 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers 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 $16

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

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Liverpool by bus

What is the distance between Manchester and Liverpool?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Manchester to Liverpool?
What are the best sights and things to do 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

11/24

$5

11/25

$11

Today

$4

11/27

$4

11/28

$4

11/29

$4

11/30

$5

12/01

$5

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Liverpool was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $4

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 $4 to $16 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 $4 which is on 2025-11-27.