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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Colchester to Chester
Cheapest price
£88
Average price
£88
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
9 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Colchester to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colchester to Chester will cost around £88 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £88.
Of the 1 buses that leave Colchester for Chester 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 295 km distance in an average of 9 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 40 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.
19:309h40Colchester5:10Chester£881One-way0 changes
- 19:309h40Colchester5:10Chester£881One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Colchester to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £83. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £83, and a flight costs an average of £111.
Distance: 295 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£86 Average Price Cheapest | £109 Average Price | £111 Average Price |
10h 40m Average total duration 10h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Colchester to Chester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Chester coaches for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:30 Colchester | 9h40 | 5:10 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Colchester to Chester
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Buses from Colchester to Chester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £83 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 19:50. The fastest coach covers the 295 km distance in 9h 40m.
Distance 295 km |
Average bus duration 10h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £83 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 40m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 19:50 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Bus providers: National Express from Colchester to ChesterYou can travel by bus between Colchester to Chester with National Express for as low as £83. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Colchester to Chester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester to Chester 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 Chester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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