Liverpool to Chester bus

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Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Chester

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Take a bus from Liverpool to Chester and enjoy the approximately 15 miles (25 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest bus runs at 02:19, the last at 23:58.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €6
Distance
15 miles (25 km)
First bus
2:19 AM
Last bus
11:58 PM
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Fri
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €6

Frequently asked questions about your Liverpool to Chester trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Liverpool to Chester.

The earliest bus from Liverpool to Chester leaves at 2:19 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Liverpool to Chester leaves at 11:58 PM.

Liverpool to Chester Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
06:15AM
Arrival Time
08:06AM
Duration
1h51
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
06:35AM
Arrival Time
08:20AM
Duration
1h45
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
08:50AM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
07:15AM
Arrival Time
09:05AM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
07:25AM
Arrival Time
09:19AM
Duration
1h54
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
07:45AM
Arrival Time
09:35AM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
07:55AM
Arrival Time
09:49AM
Duration
1h54
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
08:15AM
Arrival Time
10:05AM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
08:30AM
Arrival Time
10:22AM
Duration
1h52
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
08:45AM
Arrival Time
10:35AM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Transport for Wales
Departure Time
08:48AM
Arrival Time
10:23AM
Duration
1h35
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
€10
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
09:00AM
Arrival Time
10:47AM
Duration
1h47
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
09:15AM
Arrival Time
11:05AM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
09:30AM
Arrival Time
11:17AM
Duration
1h47
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
11:47AM
Duration
1h47
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
10:15AM
Arrival Time
12:05PM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
10:30AM
Arrival Time
12:17PM
Duration
1h47
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
10:45AM
Arrival Time
12:35PM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:50AM
Arrival Time
11:35AM
Duration
0h45
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€3
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
11:00AM
Arrival Time
12:47PM
Duration
1h47
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
11:15AM
Arrival Time
01:05PM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
11:30AM
Arrival Time
01:17PM
Duration
1h47
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
11:45AM
Arrival Time
01:35PM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
01:47PM
Duration
1h47
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
12:15PM
Arrival Time
02:05PM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
12:30PM
Arrival Time
02:17PM
Duration
1h47
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
12:45PM
Arrival Time
02:35PM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
01:00PM
Arrival Time
02:47PM
Duration
1h47
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
01:15PM
Arrival Time
03:05PM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
01:30PM
Arrival Time
03:17PM
Duration
1h47
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
01:45PM
Arrival Time
03:35PM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4
Operator
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
03:50PM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
€4

Live departures

Liverpool to Chester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Chester buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire6:15 AM Liverpool
1h51
8:06 AM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire6:35 AM Liverpool
1h45
8:20 AM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire7:00 AM Liverpool
1h50
8:50 AM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire7:15 AM Liverpool
1h50
9:05 AM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire7:25 AM Liverpool
1h54
9:19 AM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire7:45 AM Liverpool
1h50
9:35 AM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire7:55 AM Liverpool
1h54
9:49 AM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire8:15 AM Liverpool
1h50
10:05 AM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire8:30 AM Liverpool
1h52
10:22 AM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire8:45 AM Liverpool
1h50
10:35 AM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire9:00 AM Liverpool
1h47
10:47 AM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire9:15 AM Liverpool
1h50
11:05 AM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire9:30 AM Liverpool
1h47
11:17 AM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire10:00 AM Liverpool
1h47
11:47 AM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire10:15 AM Liverpool
1h50
12:05 PM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire10:30 AM Liverpool
1h47
12:17 PM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire10:45 AM Liverpool
1h50
12:35 PM Chester0 transfersDirect
FlixBus10:50 AM Liverpool
0h45
11:35 AM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire11:00 AM Liverpool
1h47
12:47 PM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire11:15 AM Liverpool
1h50
1:05 PM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire11:30 AM Liverpool
1h47
1:17 PM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire11:45 AM Liverpool
1h50
1:35 PM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire12:00 PM Liverpool
1h47
1:47 PM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire12:15 PM Liverpool
1h50
2:05 PM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire12:30 PM Liverpool
1h47
2:17 PM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire12:45 PM Liverpool
1h50
2:35 PM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire1:00 PM Liverpool
1h47
2:47 PM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire1:15 PM Liverpool
1h50
3:05 PM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire1:30 PM Liverpool
1h47
3:17 PM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire1:45 PM Liverpool
1h50
3:35 PM Chester0 transfersDirect
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire2:00 PM Liverpool
1h50
3:50 PM Chester0 transfersDirect

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Complete guide to Chester

Things to do in Chester

Discover the best of Chester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chester trip today.

  • Must visit

Grosvenor Museum

An award-winning medical history attraction exploring disease, cures, and public health in a playful way. It is unusual, family-friendly, and increasingly popular.

  • Recommended

Cheshire Military Museum

A major museum on Roman Chester with archaeology, reconstructed rooms, and hands-on displays. It is the best place to understand the city’s ancient roots.

  • Recommended

Sick to Death

A richly furnished Georgian townhouse showing domestic life across centuries. Costumed interpretation and period interiors make it engaging and memorable.

British pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining cost less than London, but tourist areas raise prices. Buses are reasonable; central sights are walkable.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% at restaurants for good service. Round up for taxis. Cafe tipping is optional.

Plan your visit to Chester

Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Chester.

The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Chester, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the city center and near popular attractions. Be wary of unofficial taxi services and always use licensed taxis or pre-booked transportation. Scams involving overpriced goods or services can occur in busy tourist spots, so it's advisable to agree on prices beforehand and be vigilant when approached by street vendors.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

Buses from Liverpool to Chester

Just 30 miles apart, Liverpool and Chester are within easy reach thanks to National Express coaches. With two direct departures per day, passengers can travel under the River Mersey, arriving at Chester Gorse Stacks in as little as 40 minutes. Services continue throughout the week, with an extra journey on a Sunday. Passengers can choose from an early morning service or a very late evening service, departing Liverpool One at shortly before midnight.

Which bus companies travel from Liverpool to Chester?

As the leading provider of bus travel across the UK, National Express is the only company offering buses from Liverpool to Chester. Across their fleet, National Express offers comfortable seating, with personal air conditioning controls and spacious legroom for every passenger. Travellers can also make use of their free WiFi and power sockets to surf while they travel.

How long is the bus from Liverpool to Chester?

The bus journey from Liverpool to Chester is a short one, taking just 40 minutes in most cases. The late-evening departure has a journey time of five minutes more, but all departures complete the route in well under one hour.

How many buses are there from Liverpool to Chester?

Monday to Saturday, passengers can expect to choose from two direct departures. The first leaves early in the morning, with the last leaving shortly before midnight. On a Sunday, National Express adds an extra journey to their schedule that leaves at around 1:00 p.m. All services are direct and require no changes along the route.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Liverpool to Chester?

Departure bus station: Buses depart from Liverpool One, Canning Street bus stop. Located in the heart of the shopping centre, surrounded by high-end stores, the stop is a 15-minute walk from Liverpool Lime Street for rail travel from across the UK or 10 minutes from Liverpool Central for more localised routes. While the stop itself is limited, passengers are surrounded by numerous cafes, restaurants and shops to purchase anything they may need while travelling.

Arrival bus station: Buses from Liverpool to Chester terminate at Chester Gorse Stacks, also known as Gorse Stacks Interchange. Local bus routes serve the Interchange, or passengers can walk to the train station, just 10 minutes away, to organise onward travel. 

FAQs: Bus from Liverpool to Chester

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Chester by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
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