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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chester to Liverpool
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chester to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Liverpool will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 2 buses that leave Chester for Liverpool every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 25 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 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 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 train with prices starting from £4. 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 train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 25 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£12 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chester to Liverpool bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Liverpool coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02:39 Chester | 2h44 | 05:23 Liverpool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chester to Liverpool
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Buses from Chester to Liverpool run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:53. The fastest coach covers the 25 km distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 25 km |
Average bus duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 3m |
First bus 00:05 |
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 £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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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