🚌 Bus from Kensington to Wavertree
2 direct routes · about 8 min · first bus 06:54, last bus 23:28 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79C | Arriva North West | ~8 min | 78 | 06:54 | 23:28 | Edge Hill Station (Stop D) |
| 78 | Arriva North West | ~12 min | 37 | 06:22 | 19:45 | Towerlands Street (adj) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Kensington on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Kensington to Wavertree?
2 routes run directly from Kensington to Wavertree: the 79C (Arriva North West), the 78 (Arriva North West).
How long does the bus take from Kensington to Wavertree?
Around 8 minutes on the 79C, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Kensington to Wavertree?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 79C) leaves around 06:54 and the last around 23:28. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Kensington to Wavertree?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.