Bus from Birmingham to Liverpool: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Liverpool on 3 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Coach Station
    		Liverpool OneCheapest
    National ExpressBus
      		Coach Station
      		Edge LaneFastest
      National ExpressBus
        		Coach Station
        		Liverpool OneNo tags
        FlixbusBus
        		Great Charles Street Queensway
        		Liverpool OneNo tags
        National ExpressBus
          		Coach Station
          		Liverpool OneNo tags

          Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:31 GMT.

          Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham 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 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          1carpool per day
          1h 40mAverage duration
          79 milesDistance
          5kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average price£8 - £81Average duration3h 18m
          3kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average price£14 - £78Average duration1h 33m
          3kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average price£8 - £16Average duration1h 40m
          5kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Birmingham to Liverpool

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

          1. How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Liverpool?

            The cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Liverpool start from £8. The average price for this route is around £15. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

          2. How long is the bus journey from Birmingham to Liverpool?

            The average bus journey time from Birmingham to Liverpool is 3h 18m, covering a distance of 77 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 50m and is operated by National Express.

          3. Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Liverpool route?

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

          4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Liverpool?

            The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Liverpool at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.

          5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Liverpool?

            A bus journey from Birmingham to Liverpool produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

          6. Which is the best bus company from Birmingham to Liverpool?

            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 29741 reviews.

          7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Liverpool?

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

          8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Birmingham to Liverpool?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

          9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Liverpool?

            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
          30/11
          £9
          01/12
          £8
          Today
          £7
          03/12
          £7
          04/12
          £6
          05/12
          £8
          06/12
          £7
          07/12
          £7
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Liverpool was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £6

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

          You can expect to pay from £6 to £35 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-12-04.

          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.

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