Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Harrogate to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrogate to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 126 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price |
8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Harrogate to Chester
Buses from Harrogate to Chester run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 16:15. The fastest coach covers the 126 km distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 126 km |
Average bus duration 8h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 16:15 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 5 days |
FAQs: Harrogate to Chester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrogate 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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Important Stations and Airports in Harrogate and Chester
Most Harrogate to Chester buses use the Leeds, Coach Station to Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) station pair. Use this guide to compare Harrogate and Chester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) from Chester city centre
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