Bus and Coach from Manchester to Livingston: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Manchester to Livingston

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Manchester to Livingston from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

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Wednesday

£24

Thursday

Friday

£18

Saturday

Sunday

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	7h 7m	16:10	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	23:17	Livingston	Deer Park Bus Stop		Economy	£24	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 06/05/2026 16:10:00 to Deer Park Bus Stop, Livingston (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/05/2026 23:17:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 7m
	FlixBus	5h 53m	02:10	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	08:03	Livingston	Deer Park Bus Stop		Economy	£25	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 06/05/2026 02:10:00 to Deer Park Bus Stop, Livingston (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/05/2026 08:03:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 53m

Did you know that if you travel from Ratho to Manchester via Livingston, you can save more than £19? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- Save more than 79%
  
  0h 16m
  
  0 km
  
  06:42
  
  Ratho
  Newbridge Glasgow Rd Coach Stop
  
  06:58
  
  Livingston
  Scotland
  
  281 km
  
  Manchester
  
  Basic
  
  £5
  
  A Bus from goes from Newbridge Glasgow Rd Coach Stop, Ratho (United Kingdom) at 06/05/2026 06:42:00 to Scotland, Livingston (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/05/2026 06:58:00. 50 Basic ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 16m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	6h 24m	02:10	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	08:34	Livingston	Deer Park Bus Stop		Economy	£18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 08/05/2026 02:10:00 to Deer Park Bus Stop, Livingston (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/05/2026 08:34:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 24m
	FlixBus	7h 7m	16:10	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	23:17	Livingston	Deer Park Bus Stop		Economy	£18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 08/05/2026 16:10:00 to Deer Park Bus Stop, Livingston (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/05/2026 23:17:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 7m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Manchester to Livingston is £14 on 14/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Manchester and Livingston

See here how frequent the connections between Manchester and Livingston are, during different times and days of the week.

Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily coaches from Manchester to Livingston. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Manchester and Livingston.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 2 coaches from Manchester to Livingston, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Manchester and Livingston, with 2 offers.

Facts about coaches from Manchester to Livingston

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Manchester to Livingston in one click! Book your bus ticket from Manchester to Livingston starting from £14!

Cheapest Bus	£14
Fastest Bus	5h 53m
Earliest Coach	02:10
Latest Coach	16:10
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	281.6 km
Coach Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Manchester to Livingston

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Manchester for Livingston: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/05/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 04/05

Tuesday 05/05

Wednesday 06/05

£24

Thursday 07/05

Friday 08/05

£18

Saturday 09/05

Sunday 10/05

Monday 11/05

Tuesday 12/05

Wednesday 13/05

£15

Thursday 14/05

£14

Friday 15/05

Saturday 16/05

£18

Sunday 17/05

Monday 18/05

Tuesday 19/05

£15

Wednesday 20/05

£16

Thursday 21/05

£18

Friday 22/05

£21

Saturday 23/05

Sunday 24/05

£24

Monday 25/05

Tuesday 26/05

Wednesday 27/05

£19

Thursday 28/05

Friday 29/05

£19

Saturday 30/05

Sunday 31/05

The cheapest time to travel from Manchester to Livingston

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Manchester to Livingston, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £15, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Manchester to Livingston. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £18.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Manchester to Livingston, with £14. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £18.

How to save money travelling from Manchester to Livingston

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Manchester to Livingston in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Manchester to Livingston, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Manchester to Livingston are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Manchester to Livingston

These are the most booked bus companies between Manchester to Livingston from our users.

FlixBus from Manchester to Livingston

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Manchester to Livingston:

Cheapest Price	£18
Fastest Coach	5h 53m
Earliest Coach	02:10
Last Coach	16:10
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	03/05/2026

All bus stations and stops in Manchester and Livingston

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Manchester and Livingston.

Coach Station

Chorlton St

Corporation St

Hanover Street 2

Moss Lane East Station

Manchester (Moss Lane East) Manchester (Moss Lane East)

Shudehill Interchange

Shudehill

Old Trafford Cricket Ground

Talbot Rd

Scotland

Ladywell E Rd

Stance A

Deer Park Bus Stop

Deer Park Deer Park

Service and Comfort on the bus from Manchester to Livingston

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Manchester to Livingston? Or which bus companies serve the route Manchester to Livingston? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Manchester to Livingston bus

How much does a Manchester - Livingston coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Manchester - Livingston bus trip is available from £14 and takes 6h 24m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Manchester to Livingston?

The connection Manchester to Livingston is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £14 to £25. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Manchester - Livingston route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Manchester to Livingston is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Livingston from Manchester take?

The quickest coach from Manchester to Livingston is provided by FlixBus and takes 5h 53m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £25. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Manchester to Livingston?

The earliest bus to Livingston departs from Manchester at 02:10. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Manchester to Livingston?

The latest bus to Livingston departs from Manchester at 16:10. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Manchester - Livingston route?

Passengers looking to travel from Manchester to Livingston can travel with FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Livingston?

You can check all the direct connections between Manchester and Livingston by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Livingston from Manchester?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Manchester Livingston bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Manchester Livingston bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Manchester to Livingston on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Manchester to Livingston?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 2 daily trips between Manchester and Livingston. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Manchester to Livingston?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Manchester and Livingston change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Manchester to Livingston

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Manchester and to Livingston

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Manchester and to Livingston. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!