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Compare train and coach for Chester to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 25 km
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£3 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price |
2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chester to Liverpool
Buses from Chester to Liverpool run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:19, the last at 23:53. The fastest coach covers the 25 km distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 25 km |
Average bus duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 26m |
First bus 02:19 |
Last bus 23:53 |
Bus providers: Al's Coaches, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire from Chester to LiverpoolYou can travel by bus between Chester to Liverpool with Al's Coaches, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Buses from Chester to Liverpool: Journey Details
Buses from Chester to Liverpool, operated by National Express, run 4 times each day. This direct journey takes approximately 40 minutes. The first coach in the morning leaves just after 5:00 a.m. and the last coach departs at around 9:30 p.m. The same service operates at the weekend.
Return journeys on buses from Liverpool to Chester are also available.
Taking the bus from Chester
The main departure point for buses from Chester to Liverpool is the bus stop on Vicars Lane, directly opposite to the visitor centre of the Roman amphitheatre. This means that the bus stop is in an extremely central location, within walking distance of much of inner-city Chester. Chester railway station is also only a few hundred metres away from the bus stop. Chester has good bus services in the day, although these become limited at night.
Getting into Liverpool by Bus
A visit to Albert Dock is a great place to explore Liverpool's maritime past. A number of museums, galleries, restaurants and bars can be found in a beautiful setting on the River Mersey. Attractions as diverse as The Beatles Story and the International Slavery Museum can be found at Albert Dock; giving contrasting views of the city's history.
Buses from Chester to Liverpool arrive at Liverpool coach station. Located in central Liverpool, only 5 minutes away from the major train station and transport interchange at Liverpool Lime Street. Liverpool is well connected with an extensive local bus network. Taxis are numerous, especially at night.
FAQs: Chester to Liverpool coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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