The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Chester
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
15 h 45 m
Average duration
17 h 45 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
310 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Chester will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £62.
Of the 3 buses that leave Glasgow for Chester every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 310 km distance in an average of 17 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 21 h 45 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.
7:3521h45Glasgow5:20Chester£621One-way0 changes
21:1515h45Glasgow13:00Chester£721One-way0 changes
20:1515h45Glasgow12:00Chester£1261One-way0 changes
21:1515h45Glasgow13:00Chester£721One-way0 changes
20:1515h45Glasgow12:00Chester£1261One-way0 changes
7:3521h45Glasgow5:20Chester£621One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. 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 train costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £30.
Distance: 310 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£71 Average Price | £62 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price |
16h 59m Average total duration 16h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to Chester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Chester coaches for today, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 23:55 Glasgow | 18h35 | 18:30 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 25 May | |||||
![]() | 7:35 Glasgow | 21h45 | 5:20 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:15 Glasgow | 15h45 | 12:00 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:15 Glasgow | 15h45 | 13:00 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Glasgow to Chester by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Chester
Buses from Glasgow to Chester run on average 2 times per day, taking around 16h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £11 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 310 km distance in 6h 53m.
Distance 310 km |
Average bus duration 16h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 53m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 6 days |
FAQs: Glasgow to Chester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow and Chester
- 05:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
- Coffee Express (in the station)
- Fast Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
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