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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chester to York
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chester to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to York will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 1 buses that leave Chester for York 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 147 km distance in an average of 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 45 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 York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 147 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price |
6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chester to York bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to York coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 18:35 Chester | 5h55 | 00:30 York | 1 change | |
 | 18:51 Chester | 5h39 | 00:30 York | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
| 04:30 Chester | 5h45 | 10:15 York | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chester to York
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Buses from Chester to York run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £14 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:58, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 147 km distance in 5h 34m.
Distance 147 km |
Average bus duration 5h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 34m |
First bus 00:58 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Arriva North West from Chester to YorkYou can travel by bus between Chester to York with Arriva North West for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Chester to York coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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