How far is Reading from Liverpool?

The distance separating Reading and Liverpool is 160 miles (257 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from Reading to Liverpool leave from Mereoak P&R and arrive at Liverpool One. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for 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 Liverpool Cathedral, The Walker Art Gallery, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, Albert Dock and Tate Liverpool.

Bus Reading to Liverpool from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Reading to Liverpool on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:45am	Reading (University) Christchurch Green	11h 15m	4:00pm	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	4:45am	Reading (University) Christchurch Green	11h 15m	4:00pm	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	4:45am	Reading (University) Christchurch Green	11h 15m	4:00pm	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	4:45am	Reading (University) Christchurch Green	11h 15m	4:00pm	Liverpool One	No tags
Bus	4:45am	Reading (University) Christchurch Green	11h 15m	4:00pm	Liverpool One	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Reading 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 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 20mAverage Duration

160 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $58	Average Duration9h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$21 - $42	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Staff4.1

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.

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Where are the popular stops in Reading and Liverpool?

Stops in Reading

A - Mereoak P&R

B - Bath Road

C - Reading

Stops in Liverpool

A - Liverpool One

B - Unviersity

C - Liverpool Airport

D - 3315 Islington

E - 44 Norton St

F - Bootle - Port of Liverpool

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Reading to Liverpool by bus

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The cheapest trip from Reading to Liverpool was searched and found on Nov 15, 2025 with a price of $23

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

You can expect to pay from $23 to $26 for a bus ticket from Reading to Liverpool based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-11-15.