The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street you need to make at least 2 changes.
08:453h30Edinburgh12:15Chester-le-StreetFind prices3 changes
08:453h30Edinburgh12:15Chester-le-StreetFind prices2 changes
10:353h42Edinburgh14:17Chester-le-StreetFind prices3 changes
10:353h42Edinburgh14:17Chester-le-StreetFind prices2 changes
11:453h32Edinburgh15:17Chester-le-StreetFind prices3 changes
08:453h30Edinburgh12:15Chester-le-StreetFind prices3 changes
08:453h30Edinburgh12:15Chester-le-StreetFind prices2 changes
11:453h32Edinburgh15:17Chester-le-StreetFind prices3 changes
11:453h32Edinburgh15:17Chester-le-StreetFind prices2 changes
10:353h42Edinburgh14:17Chester-le-StreetFind prices3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 159 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price |
3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street coaches for today, Sunday 29 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 23:40 Edinburgh | 2h35 | 02:15 Chester-le-Street | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 08:45 Edinburgh | 3h30 | 12:15 Chester-le-Street | 3 changes | |
![]() | 08:45 Edinburgh | 3h30 | 12:15 Chester-le-Street | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:35 Edinburgh | 3h42 | 14:17 Chester-le-Street | 3 changes | |
![]() | 10:35 Edinburgh | 3h42 | 14:17 Chester-le-Street | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:45 Edinburgh | 3h32 | 15:17 Chester-le-Street | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street
Buses from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 159 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 159 km |
Average bus duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 03:15 |
Last bus 23:40 |
FAQs: Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street 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-le-Street, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Chester-le-Street
- 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
- Bus: 100, 200
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