4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chester to London
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h
Buses per day
12
Distance
265 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chester to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to London will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.
Of the 12 buses that leave Chester for London every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 265 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 15 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Chester to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. 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 £11, and a flight costs an average of £73.
Distance: 265 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price | £184 Average Price |
6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Chester to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to London coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX551 | 07:30 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 6h50 | 14:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:30 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 5h35 | 17:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:30 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 5h00 | 16:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:30 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 5h20 | 16:50 London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:15 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 5h15 | 21:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:15 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 4h45 | 21:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:15 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 5h00 | 21:15 London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 2 December | |||||
| NX423 | 00:30 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 6h20 | 06:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 00:30 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 5h35 | 06:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 00:30 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 5h00 | 05:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX423 · NX424 | 00:30 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 5h50 | 06:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 00:30 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 5h15 | 05:45 London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chester to London
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Buses from Chester to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 265 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 265 km |
Average bus duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Chester to LondonYou can travel by bus between Chester to London with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Chester to London
National Express operates buses from Chester to London all with morning departures that start in the early hours and continue until just before 9:00 a.m. With a journey time of between 5 hours 15 minutes and 6 hours 50 minutes, these early departures mean that buses arrive in London leaving an afternoon free for seeing the sights. Buses from Chester to London leave from Chester Coach Station and arrive at London King's Cross Coach Station. Some buses are direct while others involve a transfer at Birmingham. With some minor variations, the same timetable operates seven days a week.
FAQs: Chester to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange), which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chester and London
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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