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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Great Charles Street Queensway | Chester Bus Exchang | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Coach Station | Chester Bus Exchang | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Coach Station | Chester Bus Exchang | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Great Charles Street Queensway | Chester Bus Exchang | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Coach Station | Chester Bus Exchang | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Chester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Chester. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Chester?
Stops in Birmingham
- BMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
- C1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
- D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom - E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK - F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK
Stops in Chester
- ASt Oswalds Way, Chester CH1 3HY, UK
- B
Delamere St Bus Station - Chester
21 Delamere St, Chester CH1 4DS, UK - C
Chester Zoo - Bus Terminal
Chester Zoo, Chester CH2 1LE, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Birmingham to Chester
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Chester?
The cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Chester start from £9. The average price for this route is around £14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Birmingham to Chester?
The average bus journey time from Birmingham to Chester is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 71 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 45m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Chester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Birmingham to Chester?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Chester at 03:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Chester?
A bus journey from Birmingham to Chester produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Birmingham to Chester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29818 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Chester?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Birmingham to Chester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Chester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Chester was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of £7To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Chester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £7 to £27 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Chester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2026-01-13.
Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
