The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ipswich to Chester
Cheapest price
£85
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
10 h 20 m
Average duration
10 h 58 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ipswich to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Chester will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £85.
To travel from Ipswich to Chester you need to make at least 2 changes.
NX717 · NX777 · NX55111:3011h35Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)23:05Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange)£851One-way2 changes
NX717 · NX777 · NX42318:5010h20Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)05:10Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange)£901One-way2 changes
NX717 · NX777 · NX42318:5010h20Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)05:10Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange)£901One-way2 changes
NX717 · NX777 · NX55111:3011h35Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)23:05Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange)£851One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Ipswich to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £59. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, and a flight costs an average of £502.
Distance: 301 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£78 Average Price Cheapest | £119 Average Price | £562 Average Price |
10h 50m Average total duration 10h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 24m Average total duration 6h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ipswich to Chester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Chester coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 29 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX717 · NX777 · NX551 | Delayed 18:45 10:30Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 11h35 | 22:05 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 2 changes | |
NX717 · NX777 · NX423 | Delayed 18:45 17:50Ipswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema) | 10h20 | 04:10 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ipswich to Chester
Buses from Ipswich to Chester run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £59 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 19:02. The fastest coach covers the 301 km distance in 10h 10m.
Distance 301 km |
Average bus duration 10h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 10m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 19:02 |
Bus providers: National Express from Ipswich to ChesterYou can travel by bus between Ipswich to Chester with National Express for as low as £59. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ipswich to Chester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich 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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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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