How to get to Chester from Belfast

There are 2 options to travel between Belfast and Chester including taking a flight and ferry.

The cheapest way to travel from Belfast to Chester is a ferry with an average price of £50.

This is compared to other travel options from Belfast to Chester:

A ferry is £192 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Belfast to Chester costing on average £242.

The fastest way to travel from Belfast to Chester is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 36m.

Other travel options to Chester take longer:

Ferry takes on average 9h 6m.

The Belfast to Chester distance is approximately 252 km.

The average frequency per day from Belfast to Chester is:

• Around 16 flights per day.
• Around 2 ferries per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Belfast and Chester as scheduled services by flight and ferry can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Belfast to Chester:

• Flights mostly depart from George Best Belfast City Airport and arrive in Manchester Airport.
• Ferries mostly depart from Port of Belfast and arrive in Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Belfast to Chester, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with easyJet, Loganair, BA Cityflyer, British Airways to go to Chester by flight.
• Travel with Stena Line to go to Chester by ferry.

Yes, there are direct services available from Belfast to Chester with the following travel companies:

• 8 direct flights per day with easyJet.
• 2 direct ferries per day with Stena Line.

Omio customers who travel from Belfast to Chester often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Euston (EUS), Manchester, Liverpool, Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Chester and these popular destinations at a great price.

To get from Belfast to Chester, you can choose from several travel options including flight and ferry.

In Chester, you can visit Chester Zoo, one of the UK's largest zoos, or explore the Grosvenor Museum for local history and art. Enjoy a walk or boat trip along the River Dee, or experience cultural offerings at Storyhouse. The Cheshire Military Museum provides insights into military history. Don't miss the stunning Chester Cathedral, the historical Chester Roman Amphitheatre, and the well-preserved Chester City Walls for panoramic views. The Eastgate Clock and The Rows offer iconic sights and unique shopping experiences.

A stay of two to three days in Chester is typically sufficient to explore its historic sites, such as Chester Cathedral, the Roman walls, and the Rows, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.