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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading to Chester
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
7 h 47 m
Average duration
7 h 47 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Reading to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Chester will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £53.
Of the 1 buses that leave Reading 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 233 km distance in an average of 7 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 47 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 47 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Reading to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, and a flight costs an average of £48.
Distance: 233 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£69 Average Price Cheapest | £108 Average Price | £166 Average Price |
6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Reading to Chester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Chester coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:05 Reading | 8h00 | 22:05 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:03 Reading | 7h07 | 04:10 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to Chester
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Buses from Reading to Chester run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £48 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 233 km distance in 7h 7m.
Distance 233 km |
Average bus duration 6h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 7m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Reading to ChesterYou can travel by bus between Reading to Chester with National Express for as low as £48. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Reading to Chester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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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