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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 £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 147 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price |
6h 47m Average total duration 6h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chester to York bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to York coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 14:33 Chester | 4h47 | 19:20 York | 1 change | |
| 16:33 Chester | 16h07 | 08:40 York | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chester to York
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Buses from Chester to York run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:31, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 147 km distance in 6h 17m.
Distance 147 km |
Average bus duration 6h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 17m |
First bus 01:31 |
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 £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Chester to York coach
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