Bus from London to Chester: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Chester on 1 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Victoria Coach Station
    		Chester Bus ExchangCheapest
    FlixbusBus
    		London Finchley Road (Stop CL)
    		Chester Bus ExchangFastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Victoria Coach Station
      		Chester Bus ExchangNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
      		Chester Bus ExchangNo tags
      National ExpressBus
        		Victoria Coach Station
        		Chester Bus ExchangNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 18:36 GMT.

        Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Chester

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Chester. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        3h 20mAverage duration
        165 milesDistance
        11kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average price£11 - £59Average duration5h 50m
        7kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average price£40 - £304Average duration2h 5m
        6kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average price£18 - £33Average duration3h 20m
        11kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from London to Chester

        Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Chester?

          The cheapest coach tickets from London to Chester start from £11. The average price for this route is around £19. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus journey from London to Chester?

          The average bus journey time from London to Chester is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 165 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.

        3. Which bus companies service the London to Chester route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express.

        4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Chester?

          The earliest bus departs from London to Chester at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Chester?

          A bus journey from London to Chester produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. Which is the best bus company from London 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 29741 reviews.

        7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Chester?

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

        8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from London to Chester?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London 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.

        Best price found
        28/11
        £23
        29/11
        £27
        Today
        £23
        01/12
        £18
        02/12
        £16
        03/12
        £15
        04/12
        £13
        05/12
        £16
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Chester was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £13

        To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Chester as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from £13 to £45 for a bus ticket from London to Chester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2025-12-04.

        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.

        What's the cheapest way to go from London to Chester?

        busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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