The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sheffield to Chester
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
6 h 15 m
Average duration
6 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Chester will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
To travel from Sheffield to Chester you need to make at least one change.
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Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 97 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price |
3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sheffield to Chester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Chester coaches for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 6h15 | 18:30 Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Chester
Buses from Sheffield to Chester run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 22:52. The fastest coach covers the 97 km distance in 3h 46m.
Distance 97 km |
Average bus duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 46m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 22:52 |
FAQs: Sheffield to Chester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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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