The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bolton to Chester
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
1 h 44 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bolton to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Chester will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bolton for Chester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 44 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bolton to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £21.
Distance: 53 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bolton to Chester
Buses from Bolton to Chester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 03:00, the last at 21:59. The fastest coach covers the 53 km distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 53 km |
Average bus duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 44m |
First bus 03:00 |
Last bus 21:59 |
FAQs: Bolton to Chester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton 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.

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