Newport to Chester bus with National Express

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  • FlixBus
    7:4510h45
    Newport
    18:30Chester
    £121One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    18:5010h20
    Newport
    5:10Chester
    £351One-way
    0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Newport to Chester

The cheapest option from Newport to Chester is coach, with an average price of £24. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Newport to Chester among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 178 km

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£24

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£40

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5h 10m

Average total duration

4h 40m

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30m

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3h 16m

Average total duration

Fastest option

2h 46m

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30m

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Live departures

Newport to Chester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Newport to Chester coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBus7:45 Newport
10h45
18:30 Chester0 changesdirect
National Express18:50 Newport
10h20
5:10 Chester0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Newport to Chester coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Newport to Chester.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Newport to Chester

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Typically, there are 3 buses per day from Newport to Chester, including direct buses, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 178 km distance in 5h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
178 km
Average bus duration
4h 40m
Lowest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
3
Fastest bus
5h 10m
First bus
0:30
Last bus
23:45
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
7 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Newport to ChesterYou can travel by bus between Newport to Chester with National Express for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 10m
Cheapest Price
£24
National Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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FAQs: Newport to Chester coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport 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.

FAQs
The earliest coach from Newport to Chester leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Newport to Chester leaves at 23:45.
There are 3 coaches a day from Newport to Chester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Newport to Chester, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Chester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Newport and Chester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Newport , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Newport, Queensway, Newport, Kingsway, Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens), Weston-super-Mare, Diamond Batch Car Park Stop (Worle Station), Weston-super-Mare, Regent St (Interchange) . When arriving in Chester , you can end your route in coach stations like Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange), Liverpool, Liverpool One.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Newport, Queensway, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange), located 0 away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from Newport to Chester is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Newport and Chester including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Newport to Chester:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Newport to Chester for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Newport to Chester depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Newport to Chester.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Newport to Chester:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Newport to Chester:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Newport to Chester.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Newport to Chester with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Newport to Chester with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Newport to Chester with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Newport and Chester

Most Newport to Chester buses use the Newport, Kingsway to Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) station pair. Use this guide to compare Newport and Chester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Newport
Arrival bus stations in Chester
Newport, QueenswayNewport South Wales Train Station, Queensway, NP20 4AB
City-centre transport

Getting to Newport, Queensway from Newport city centre

BusYgi2, R1, 1, 2, Sj13 · 2m · £2 · every ~9 min
Newport, Kingsway
City-centre transport

Getting to Newport, Kingsway from Newport city centre

Bus60, Ygi2, R1, 1, 2, Sj13 · 3m · £2 · every ~9 min

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