4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Chester
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Chester will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 3 buses that leave Birmingham for Chester every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 103 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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.
FlixBus16:102h20Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway18:30Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange)£81One-way0 changes- FlixBus11:051h55Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway13:00Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange)£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus3:251h55Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway5:20Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange)£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus11:051h55Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway13:00Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange)£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus3:251h55Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway5:20Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange)£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus16:102h20Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway18:30Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange)£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 103 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Chester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Chester coaches for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 11:05 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1h55 | 13:00 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:10 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h20 | 18:30 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 10 July | |||||
| FlixBus | 3:25 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1h55 | 5:20 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Birmingham to Chester coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express or NX West Midlands to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham to Chester.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express or NX West Midlands to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham to Chester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Birmingham to Chester.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Chester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Birmingham to Chester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 103 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 103 km |
Average bus duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express, NX West Midlands from Birmingham to ChesterYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Chester with FlixBus, National Express, NX West Midlands for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Birmingham to Chester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Chester by coach. 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 coach, 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
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Chester
Most Birmingham to Chester buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Chester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Birmingham station do buses to Chester leave from?
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Getting to Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) from Birmingham city centre
Getting to Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) from Chester city centre
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