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What is the best way to travel from Bolton to Liverpool?

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Bus is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
0h 28m
£2
£3
2513
Train
1h 25m
£16
£19
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What is the cheapest way to reach Liverpool from Bolton?

You can reach Liverpool with just £2 by taking a Bus from Arriva, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Monday
from £2
Tuesday
from £2
Wednesday
from £2
Thursday
from £2
Friday
from £2
Saturday
from £2
Sunday
from £2

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Arriva
    0h 35m
    0
    05:47
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    06:22
    Liverpool
    Smithdown Road
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • Arriva
    0h 35m
    0
    06:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    06:35
    Liverpool
    Smithdown Road
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    18:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:33
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    20:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    20:48
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Arriva
    0h 50m
    0
    03:59
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    04:49
    Liverpool
    Lisburn Road
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • Arriva
    0h 50m
    0
    04:29
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    05:19
    Liverpool
    Lisburn Road
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    01:25
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    02:15
    Liverpool
    University of
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 55m
    0
    10:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    11:15
    Liverpool
    University of
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Arriva
    0h 50m
    0
    03:59
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    04:49
    Liverpool
    Lisburn Road
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • Arriva
    0h 50m
    0
    04:29
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    05:19
    Liverpool
    Lisburn Road
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • National Express
    0h 38m
    0
    01:25
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    02:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    10:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    11:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Northern
    1h 40m
    0
    05:54
    Bolton
    Central Station
    07:34
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £27
  • Northern
    1h 58m
    0
    05:54
    Bolton
    Central Station
    07:52
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £27

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Arriva
    0h 50m
    0
    03:59
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    04:49
    Liverpool
    Lisburn Road
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • Arriva
    0h 50m
    0
    04:29
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    05:19
    Liverpool
    Lisburn Road
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • National Express
    0h 38m
    0
    01:25
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    02:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    10:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    11:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Arriva
    0h 28m
    0
    03:59
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    04:27
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • Arriva
    0h 28m
    0
    04:29
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    04:57
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • National Express
    0h 38m
    0
    01:25
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    02:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    21:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    22:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Arriva
    0h 32m
    0
    03:59
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    04:31
    Liverpool
    Central Station
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • Arriva
    0h 32m
    0
    04:29
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    05:01
    Liverpool
    Central Station
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    18:35
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:18
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    21:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    22:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Northern
    1h 25m
    0
    06:32
    Bolton
    Central Station
    07:57
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £16
  • Northern
    1h 34m
    0
    07:38
    Bolton
    Central Station
    09:12
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £16
  • Northern
    2h 4m
    0
    06:32
    Bolton
    Central Station
    08:36
    Liverpool
    Aigburth Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £16
  • Northern
    1h 59m
    0
    06:32
    Bolton
    Central Station
    08:31
    Liverpool
    Mossley Hill Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £16
  • Northern
    1h 59m
    0
    06:32
    Bolton
    Central Station
    08:31
    Liverpool
    Brunswick Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £16

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Arriva
    0h 32m
    0
    03:59
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    04:31
    Liverpool
    Central Station
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • Arriva
    0h 32m
    0
    04:29
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    05:01
    Liverpool
    Central Station
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • National Express
    0h 55m
    0
    22:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    23:45
    Liverpool
    University of
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    1h 5m
    0
    22:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    23:55
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5

What are the fastest trips from Bolton to Liverpool?

You can get to Liverpool from Bolton in just 0h 28m with a Bus from Arriva. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Monday
from 0h 35m
Tuesday
from 0h 50m
Wednesday
from 0h 38m
Thursday
from 0h 38m
Friday
from 0h 28m
Saturday
from 0h 32m
Sunday
from 0h 32m

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • Arriva
    0h 35m
    0
    05:47
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    06:22
    Liverpool
    Smithdown Road
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • Arriva
    0h 35m
    0
    06:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    06:35
    Liverpool
    Smithdown Road
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    18:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:33
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    20:05
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    20:48
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Arriva
    0h 50m
    0
    03:59
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    04:49
    Liverpool
    Lisburn Road
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • Arriva
    0h 50m
    0
    04:29
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    05:19
    Liverpool
    Lisburn Road
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    01:25
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    02:15
    Liverpool
    University of
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 55m
    0
    10:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    11:15
    Liverpool
    University of
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    0h 38m
    0
    01:25
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    02:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    10:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    11:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • Arriva
    0h 50m
    0
    03:59
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    04:49
    Liverpool
    Lisburn Road
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • Arriva
    0h 50m
    0
    04:29
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    05:19
    Liverpool
    Lisburn Road
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Northern
    1h 40m
    0
    05:54
    Bolton
    Central Station
    07:34
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £27
  • Northern
    1h 58m
    0
    05:54
    Bolton
    Central Station
    07:52
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £27

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    0h 38m
    0
    01:25
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    02:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    10:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    11:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • Arriva
    0h 50m
    0
    03:59
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    04:49
    Liverpool
    Lisburn Road
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • Arriva
    0h 50m
    0
    04:29
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    05:19
    Liverpool
    Lisburn Road
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • Arriva
    0h 28m
    0
    03:59
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    04:27
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • Arriva
    0h 28m
    0
    04:29
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    04:57
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • National Express
    0h 38m
    0
    01:25
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    02:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    21:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    22:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Arriva
    0h 32m
    0
    03:59
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    04:31
    Liverpool
    Central Station
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • Arriva
    0h 32m
    0
    04:29
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    05:01
    Liverpool
    Central Station
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    18:35
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:18
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 43m
    0
    21:20
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    22:03
    Liverpool
    Edge Lane Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Northern
    1h 25m
    0
    06:32
    Bolton
    Central Station
    07:57
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £16
  • Northern
    1h 34m
    0
    07:38
    Bolton
    Central Station
    09:12
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £16
  • Northern
    1h 59m
    0
    06:32
    Bolton
    Central Station
    08:31
    Liverpool
    Mossley Hill Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £16
  • Northern
    1h 59m
    0
    06:32
    Bolton
    Central Station
    08:31
    Liverpool
    Brunswick Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £16
  • Northern
    2h 4m
    0
    06:32
    Bolton
    Central Station
    08:36
    Liverpool
    Aigburth Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £16

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Arriva
    0h 32m
    0
    03:59
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    04:31
    Liverpool
    Central Station
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • Arriva
    0h 32m
    0
    04:29
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    05:01
    Liverpool
    Central Station
    0
    Arriva
    Economy
    £2
  • National Express
    0h 55m
    0
    22:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    23:45
    Liverpool
    University of
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    19:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • National Express
    1h 5m
    0
    22:50
    Manchester Airport
    Manchester Airport
    23:55
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Bolton to Liverpool

What are the most popular stations in Bolton and Liverpool?

In Bolton, you will usually depart from Central Station, Horwich Parkway or Bromley Cross, while in Liverpool you will be arriving at Lime Street Station, One Bus Station or Penny Lane, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Liverpool from Bolton? With 6 connections between 1 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Bolton and Liverpool, you can pay as low as £2 with a Bus from Arriva.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Arriva: you will get to Liverpool in just 0h 28m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Bolton and Liverpool are Arriva, National Express and Northern, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Bolton and Liverpool is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Astley Bridge or to Birkenhead, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at Blackpool Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Bolton to Liverpool?

The most popular companies between Bolton and Liverpool, are Arriva, National Express and Northern. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Arriva, National Express and FlixBus

Train companies: Northern

All you need to know when you travel from Bolton to Liverpool

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Bolton to Liverpool. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Bolton to Liverpool

How can I reach Liverpool from Bolton?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Liverpool from Bolton.

How far is Liverpool from Bolton?

The distance between Bolton and Liverpool is 41.6 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Bolton and Liverpool?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 1 kgs of CO2, a train 1 kgs, a car 7 kgs, and a flight 10 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Bolton to Liverpool?

You can get to Liverpool with just £2 by taking a Bus from Arriva.

What is the fastest way to get from Bolton to Liverpool?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Liverpool in just 0h 28m with a Bus from Arriva.

More routes to Bolton and to Liverpool

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Bolton and to Liverpool. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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