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Middlesbrough to Liverpool Bus Schedule
Bus from Middlesbrough to Liverpool: Journey Information
There are 28 intercity buses per day from Middlesbrough to Liverpool. Traveling by bus from Middlesbrough to Liverpool usually takes around 6 hours and 4 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 42 minutes.
| Distance | 108 mi (173 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 42m |
| Cheapest price | $15.66 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Middlesbrough to Liverpool?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Middlesbrough to Liverpool that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, National Express usually offers more choice, with 29 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 3 | 9h 11m | $37.51 |
| National Express | 29 | 5h 54m | $29.70 |
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 3 trips from Middlesbrough to Liverpool, and usually makes the trip in about 9 hours and 11 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Book National Express from Middlesbrough to Liverpool from $17. There are 29 trips per day offered by National Express from Middlesbrough to Liverpool and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Liverpool. In Middlesbrough, National Express departs to Liverpool from Middlesbrough Bus Station . In Liverpool, National Express arrives at Liverpool Botanic Park and 2 other stations.
An average trip on National Express from Middlesbrough to Liverpool takes 5 hours and 54 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Liverpool in 4 hours and 42 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 26 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Liverpool.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Middlesbrough to Liverpool
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 4 minutes to cover the 108 miles from Middlesbrough to Liverpool. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 42 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, 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 12:00am 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 28 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 $76.80.
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.
All bus stations in Liverpool:
ONE Coach Station
Liverpool Botanic Park
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