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Bus from Liverpool to Middlesbrough: Journey Information
There are 8 intercity buses per day from Liverpool to Middlesbrough. Traveling by bus from Liverpool to Middlesbrough usually takes around 5 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 108 mi (173 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $13.99 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Liverpool to Middlesbrough?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Liverpool to Middlesbrough that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, National Express usually offers more choice, with 10 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 1 | 4h 53m | $18.56 |
| National Express | 10 | 5h 11m | $29.83 |
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 1 trips from Liverpool to Middlesbrough, and usually makes the trip in about 4 hours and 53 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
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 about traveling by bus from Liverpool to Middlesbrough
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 9 minutes to cover the 108 miles from Liverpool to Middlesbrough. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 20 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Middlesbrough, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00am. To see the times for all buses from Liverpool to Middlesbrough, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 8 scheduled buses that travel from Liverpool to Middlesbrough 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 Liverpool to Middlesbrough; ticket prices start at $30.73.
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 Liverpool?
Main departure station: Edge Lane Drive Bus Stop
Buses to Middlesbrough leave from 6 stations in Liverpool.
All bus stations in Liverpool:
Edge Lane Drive Bus Stop
Edge Lane
University of Liverpool
Edge Lane
Canning Place
ONE Coach Station
Where does the bus arrive in Middlesbrough?
Main arrival station: Middlesbrough Bus Station
All buses from Liverpool arrive at one main station in Middlesbrough.
All bus stations in Middlesbrough:
Middlesbrough Bus Station
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