The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Chester
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 1 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
265 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Chester will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 10 buses that leave London for Chester on Sat, Jan 31, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 31 the direct buses cover the 265 km distance in an average of 5 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest buses will take 5 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €59.
Distance: 265 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€24 Average price Cheapest | €85 Average price | €190 Average price |
6h 8m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Chester bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Chester buses for today, Friday, January 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX551 | 4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h35 | 11:05 PM Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX423 | 11:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h10 | 5:10 AM Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h55 | 5:20 AM Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
NX424 · NX423 | 11:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h40 | 5:10 AM Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h50 | 5:20 AM Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:05 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h15 | 5:20 AM Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 1:00 PM Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h30 | 1:00 PM Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h30 | 6:30 PM Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h50 | 6:30 PM Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Chester
Buses from London to Chester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 265 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 265 km |
Average bus duration 5h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from London to ChesterYou can travel by bus between London to Chester with National Express, FlixBus for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Chester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Chester by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Chester
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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