4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Liverpool to Chester
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Liverpool to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Chester will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 1 buses that leave Liverpool for Chester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 25 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 35 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.
8:481h35Liverpool10:23Chester£81One-way0 changes
- 8:481h35Liverpool10:23Chester£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 25 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£8 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Liverpool to Chester coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool to Chester.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Liverpool to Chester.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool to Chester.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Chester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Liverpool to Chester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 02:19, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 25 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 25 km |
Average bus duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 2:19 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire from Liverpool to ChesterYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Chester with FlixBus, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Liverpool to Chester
Just 30 miles apart, Liverpool and Chester are within easy reach thanks to National Express coaches. With two direct departures per day, passengers can travel under the River Mersey, arriving at Chester Gorse Stacks in as little as 40 minutes. Services continue throughout the week, with an extra journey on a Sunday. Passengers can choose from an early morning service or a very late evening service, departing Liverpool One at shortly before midnight.
Which coach companies travel from Liverpool to Chester?
As the leading provider of coach travel across the UK, National Express is the only company offering coaches from Liverpool to Chester. Across their fleet, National Express offers comfortable seating, with personal air conditioning controls and spacious legroom for every passenger. Travellers can also make use of their free WiFi and power sockets to surf while they travel.
How long is the coach from Liverpool to Chester?
The coach journey from Liverpool to Chester is a short one, taking just 40 minutes in most cases. The late-evening departure has a journey time of five minutes more, but all departures complete the route in well under one hour.
How many coaches are there from Liverpool to Chester?
Monday to Saturday, passengers can expect to choose from two direct departures. The first leaves early in the morning, with the last leaving shortly before midnight. On a Sunday, National Express adds an extra journey to their schedule that leaves at around 1:00 p.m. All services are direct and require no changes along the route.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Liverpool to Chester?
Departure bus station: Buses depart from Liverpool One, Canning Street bus stop. Located in the heart of the shopping centre, surrounded by high-end stores, the stop is a 15-minute walk from Liverpool Lime Street for rail travel from across the UK or 10 minutes from Liverpool Central for more localised routes. While the stop itself is limited, passengers are surrounded by numerous cafes, restaurants and shops to purchase anything they may need while travelling.
Arrival bus station: Coaches from Liverpool to Chester terminate at Chester Gorse Stacks, also known as Gorse Stacks Interchange. Local bus routes serve the Interchange, or passengers can walk to the train station, just 10 minutes away, to organise onward travel.
FAQs: Liverpool to Chester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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