4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Chester
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
14 h 20 m
Average duration
16 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
308 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Chester will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £42.
Of the 2 buses that leave Edinburgh for Chester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 308 km distance in an average of 16 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 18 h 5 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, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 308 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£58 Average Price Cheapest | £80 Average Price | £63 Average Price |
9h 43m Average total duration 9h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Chester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Chester coaches for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 14h20 | 13:00 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 18h50 | 18:30 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 24 February | |||||
| 11:15 Edinburgh | 18h05 | 05:20 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Chester
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Buses from Edinburgh to Chester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £24 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 308 km distance in 14h 20m.
Distance 308 km |
Average bus duration 9h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 14h 20m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
FAQs: Edinburgh to Chester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Chester
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
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