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Journey Information
There are 7 intercity buses per day from Middlesbrough to Liverpool. Traveling by bus from Middlesbrough to Liverpool usually takes around 7 hours and 8 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 12 minutes.
| Distance | 108 mi (173 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 12m |
| Cheapest price | €3.97 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from Middlesbrough to Liverpool
- FlixBus: 2 daily buses from C€4
- Megabus: 1 daily buses from C€12
- National Express: 12 daily buses from C€21
How much is a bus ticket from Middlesbrough to Liverpool?
€14.71 is the average price of a bus ticket from Middlesbrough to Liverpool. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Monthly average prices
What bus companies travel from Middlesbrough to Liverpool?
There are 3 bus lines from Middlesbrough to Liverpool available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 12 daily trips, National Express usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2 | 8h 20m | €17.81 |
| Megabus | 1 | 4h 51m | €16.95 |
| National Express | 12 | 4h 57m | €24.97 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 2 trips from Middlesbrough to Liverpool, and usually makes the trip in about 8 hours and 20 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Founded in 2003, Megabus UK was created to provide travelers with greener, more straightforward and smarter travel. The carrier has routes all across the United Kingdom in England, Scotland, and Wales. The Megabus UK fleet, easily distinguishable by its dark blue and yellow colors, has free Wi-Fi, outlets and charging ports, onboard restrooms, and 20 kg luggage allowances on each bus.
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 8 minutes to cover the 173 kilometers from Middlesbrough to Liverpool. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 12 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Liverpool. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Middlesbrough to Liverpool, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from Middlesbrough to Liverpool every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Middlesbrough to Liverpool; ticket prices start at €71.67.
City Information
Liverpool
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Although Liverpool is only England's 10th largest city, its fame ballooned as the birthplace of the world's biggest rock band: The Beatles. Visiting Liverpool would not be complete without a trip to the iconic Beatles Statue, located near the port, followed by a visit to The Beatles Story museum, where visitors can immerse themselves in the band's rise to fame.
To explore some of Liverpool's older history, the Merseyside Maritime Museum provides fascinating exhibits on the city's great port-town past, including exhibitions on the Titanic as well as the Battle of the Atlantic. Football fanatics should check out the world-famous Anfield Stadium, where regular tours help visitors revel in the history and glory of this iconic football club.
Traveling to Liverpool is easy thanks to several rail providers, which facilitate travel around the Liverpool City Region and beyond. Liverpool also has two significant bus terminals for access via coach and an international airport for those traveling from further afield.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Middlesbrough?
Main departure station: Middlesbrough Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Middlesbrough.
All bus stations in Middlesbrough:
Middlesbrough Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Liverpool?
Main arrival station: ONE Coach Station
Buses arrive in Liverpool at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Bus stations in Liverpool:
ONE Coach Station
Edge Lane
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Edge Lane
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