4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Chester
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
11 h
Average duration
11 h
Buses per day
1
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 £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £49.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cambridge 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 231 km distance in an average of 11 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 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.
11:5011h00Cambridge22:50Chester£491One-way0 changes
- 11:5011h00Cambridge22:50Chester£491One-way0 changes
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 £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. 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 £33, and a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 231 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£45 Average Price Cheapest | £89 Average Price |
11h 39m Average total duration 11h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m 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 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:50 Cambridge | 11h00 | 21:50 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:50 Cambridge | 11h00 | 22:50 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Cambridge to Chester.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Cambridge to Chester.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Chester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Cambridge to Chester run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 18:56. The fastest coach covers the 231 km distance in 11h 0m.
Distance 231 km |
Average bus duration 11h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 0m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 18:56 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Cambridge to ChesterYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Chester with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
- 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.
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