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Compare train and coach for Chester to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 54 km
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£19 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chester to Manchester
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Buses from Chester to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 54 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 54 km |
Average bus duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: Transport for Wales from Chester to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Chester to Manchester with Transport for Wales for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Transport for Wales
Buses from Chester to Manchester: Journey Details
National Express Coaches operates five buses from Chester to Manchester seven days a week. There are departures from around 5:00 a.m. until about 9:00 p.m. Journey times vary from 1.5 to 2.5 hours, with some routes involving a connection at Liverpool.
Taking the Bus from Chester
Buses from Chester to Manchester depart from Vicars Lane, located in the city centre, near the Roman Amphitheatre. Chester is a small, compact city that is easy to explore on foot. Buses, operated by Arriva and Stagecoach, cover the city centre and suburbs, as well as running to other towns in the region, such as Ellesmere Port and Liverpool. A taxi rank is located on Foregate Street.
Getting into Manchester by Bus
Manchester is a large city in the North West of England, which has seen continuous occupation since pre-Roman times. The Industrial Revolutions of the 18th and 19th centuries saw Manchester reach its heyday, much of which can be seen in its remaining architecture and museums, such as the Museum of Science and Industry. Today Manchester can offer its visitors plenty of shopping and fine dining, as well as a lively nightlife and music scene. Buses from Chester to Manchester arrive at the revamped Manchester Chorlton Street Coach Station, which is close to Manchester Piccadilly Train Station and the Arndale Shopping Centre in the city centre. First Bus operates Manchester's transport network of trams, local buses and night routes. A taxi rank is also located outside the Chorlton Street Coach Station.
FAQs: Chester to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Transport for Wales
- Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
- Transport for Wales
- Refund policy depends on ticket type
- Transport for Wales
- 2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
- Transport for Wales
- Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chester and Manchester
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Shower
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
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