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Compare train and coach for Warrington to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warrington to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 31 km
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1h 17m Average total duration 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Warrington to Chester coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Arriva North West to find the best option for your trip from Warrington 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 National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Warrington to Chester.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Warrington to Chester.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Warrington to Chester
Buses from Warrington to Chester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:31, the last at 23:54. The fastest coach covers the 31 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 31 km |
Average bus duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 22m |
First bus 03:31 |
Last bus 23:54 |
Bus providers: National Express, Arriva North West from Warrington to ChesterYou can travel by bus between Warrington to Chester with National Express, Arriva North West for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Warrington to Chester
Coaches or buses between Warrington and Chester depart from each town's central terminal. The journey is 20 miles and the fastest service takes just 50 minutes on the straightforward and attractive route along the M56.
Which coach companies travel from Warrington to Chester?
National Express does sometimes operate this route, but on a demand-led basis. It is expected that regular services on the route will be offered soon, so check back here regularly for the latest information. At times when National Express isn't running coaches between Warrington and Chester, there are plenty of regular train services on offer, with the respective railway stations very close - or adjacent to - the bus interchanges. By train, the route usually takes less than half an hour. Alternatively, travellers could choose the fast X30 bus service which runs directly between the two towns and which is operated by Arriva.
How long is the coach from Warrington to Chester?
This is only a short journey of 20 miles and most coaches will take less than one hour thanks to the direct M56 motorway route. The shortest journey tends to take around 50 minutes without any stops. It's a quick and attractive route, with plenty of Cheshire scenery to admire along the way.
How many coaches are there from Warrington to Chester?
National Express doesn't always operate this coach service, but when it does, there can be several services per day. Alternative travel options are certainly widely available though, such as the train, which operates regularly throughout the day from Warrington Central or Warrington Bank Quay. Alternatively, travellers who prefer to take the coach might opt instead for the Manchester to Chester National Express line, which is 15 miles longer, or the Liverpool to Chester route which is 16 miles further.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Warrington to Chester?
Departure bus station: Warrington Bus Interchange hosts National Express coaches and a large number of services from the award-winning Network Warrington. There is an information desk in the Interchange, which links to the town's shopping centre for convenience.
Arrival bus station: The busy Chester Bus Exchange offers useful traveller amenities, such as accessible toilets, information screens and waiting areas, along with a wide range of bus services and a free shuttle bus that operates at 15-minute intervals to and from Chester city centre.
FAQs: Warrington to Chester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warrington 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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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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