Nottingham to Chester bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nottingham to Chester

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£12

Average price

£12

Fastest journey

7 h 20 m

Average duration

7 h 20 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

119 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nottingham to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Nottingham to Chester will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Nottingham 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 119 km distance in an average of 7 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 h 20 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.

FlixBus
10:207h20
Nottingham
17:40Chester
£121One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Nottingham to Chester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £13.

Distance: 119 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£15

Average Price

Cheapest

£34

Average Price

4h 53m

Average total duration

4h 23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 58m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Most popular train company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Nottingham to Chester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Chester coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 09:31
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus10:20 Nottingham
7h20
17:40 Chester0 changesdirect
national_express20:15 Nottingham
7h55
04:10 Chester0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Chester

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Buses from Nottingham to Chester run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 119 km distance in 4h 55m.

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
119 km
Average bus duration
4h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
2
Fastest bus
4h 55m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
23:45
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 Nottingham to ChesterYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Chester with National Express for as low as £10. 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
7h 55m
Cheapest Price
£27
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.

FAQs: Nottingham to Chester coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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
Cheap coach tickets from Nottingham to Chester can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Nottingham to Chester is £15; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Nottingham to Chester is 4h 55m to travel the 119 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Nottingham to Chester leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Nottingham to Chester leaves at 23:45.
There are 2 coaches a day from Nottingham 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 Nottingham 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 Nottingham and Chester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Nottingham , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R), Nottingham, North Entrance (Stop UN14) . When arriving in Chester , you can end your route in coach stations like Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange), Liverpool, Liverpool One, Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange), located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Chester from Nottingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Nottingham to Chester is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nottingham and Chester including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Nottingham to Chester:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Nottingham to Chester for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Chester.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Chester:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Nottingham to Chester.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Nottingham to Chester with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Nottingham to Chester with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Nottingham to Chester with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Chester

Nottingham
Chester
The major coach station for departures in Nottingham is Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station for your trip from Nottingham to Chester.
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Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
carConnection
Car connection
Canal Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station)
  • Coffee Corner (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
  • Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R)
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Nottingham, North Entrance (Stop UN14)
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