4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Colchester to Chester
Cheapest price
£67
Average price
£67
Fastest journey
9 h 55 m
Average duration
9 h 55 m
Buses per day
2
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 £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £67.
To travel from Colchester to Chester you need to make at least 2 changes.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 £74. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £74, and a train costs an average of £112.
Distance: 295 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£81 Average Price Cheapest | £112 Average Price |
10h 10m Average total duration 9h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Colchester to Chester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Chester 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:30 Colchester | 9h50 | 05:20 Chester | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
| 03:05 Colchester | 9h55 | 13:00 Chester | 2 changes | |
| 08:35 Colchester | 9h55 | 18:30 Chester | 2 changes | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Colchester to Chester
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Buses from Colchester to Chester run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £74 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 9h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 40m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 19:50 |
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.
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