4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Chester
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
11 h 10 m
Average duration
12 h 38 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
231 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Chester will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
To travel from Cambridge to Chester you need to make at least one change.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 14m. 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 coach costs an average of £50, and a train costs an average of £71.
Distance: 231 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£53 Average Price Cheapest | £102 Average Price |
11h 40m Average total duration 11h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cambridge to Chester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Chester coaches for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:35 Cambridge | 13h45 | 05:20 Chester | 1 change | |
| Sunday 1 March | |||||
| 01:50 Cambridge | 11h10 | 13:00 Chester | 2 changes | |
| 09:50 Cambridge | 13h00 | 22:50 Chester | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Chester
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Buses from Cambridge to Chester run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £50 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 19:30. The fastest coach covers the 231 km distance in 11h 0m.
Distance 231 km |
Average bus duration 11h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 0m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 19:30 |
FAQs: Cambridge to Chester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge 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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