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The cheapest and fastest buses from Llandudno to Chester
Showing times and prices for Aug 06
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
3 h 46 m
Average duration
3 h 49 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
64 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Llandudno to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Llandudno to Chester will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from Llandudno to Chester without transferring at least 2 times.
6:37 AM3h53Llandudno10:30 AMChester$141One-way2 transfers- 7:41 AM3h46Llandudno11:27 AMChester$141One-way2 transfers
- 8:05 AM3h56Llandudno12:01 PMChester$141One-way2 transfers
- 8:41 AM3h47Llandudno12:28 PMChester$141One-way2 transfers
- 9:05 AM3h57Llandudno1:02 PMChester$141One-way2 transfers
- 7:41 AM3h46Llandudno11:27 AMChester$141One-way2 transfers
- 8:41 AM3h47Llandudno12:28 PMChester$141One-way2 transfers
- 3:05 PM3h48Llandudno6:53 PMChester$141One-way2 transfers
- 6:37 AM3h53Llandudno10:30 AMChester$141One-way2 transfers
- 10:05 AM3h53Llandudno1:58 PMChester$141One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Llandudno to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Llandudno to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 39 miles (64 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Llandudno to Chester is a bus with an average price of $14 (€11).
This is compared to other travel options from Llandudno to Chester:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Llandudno to Chester costing on average $18 (€15).
The fastest way to travel from Llandudno to Chester is by train with an average journey time of 1h 3m.
Other travel options to Chester take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 51m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Llandudno and Chester including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Llandudno to Chester among Omio's users.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Llandudno to Chester Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 06:37AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h53 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 07:41AM | Arrival Time 11:27AM | Duration 3h46 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 12:01PM | Duration 3h56 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 08:41AM | Arrival Time 12:28PM | Duration 3h47 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 01:02PM | Duration 3h57 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 09:29AM | Arrival Time 01:28PM | Duration 3h59 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 01:58PM | Duration 3h53 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 10:29AM | Arrival Time 02:28PM | Duration 3h59 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 02:58PM | Duration 3h53 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 11:29AM | Arrival Time 03:28PM | Duration 3h59 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 03:58PM | Duration 3h53 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 12:29PM | Arrival Time 04:32PM | Duration 4h03 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 05:06PM | Duration 4h01 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 01:29PM | Arrival Time 05:29PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 05:59PM | Duration 3h54 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 02:29PM | Arrival Time 06:29PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 06:53PM | Duration 3h48 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 05:44PM | Arrival Time 09:38PM | Duration 3h54 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 07:19AM | Duration 9h34 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Arriva UK | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 06:33AM | Duration 7h08 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Live departures
Llandudno to Chester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Llandudno to Chester buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:05 PM Llandudno | 3h54 | 5:59 PM Chester | 2 transfers | |
| 2:29 PM Llandudno | 4h00 | 6:29 PM Chester | 2 transfers | |
| 3:05 PM Llandudno | 3h48 | 6:53 PM Chester | 2 transfers | |
| 5:44 PM Llandudno | 3h54 | 9:38 PM Chester | 2 transfers | |
| 9:45 PM Llandudno | 9h34 | 7:19 AM Chester | 3 transfers | |
| 11:25 PM Llandudno | 7h08 | 6:33 AM Chester | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
| 6:37 AM Llandudno | 3h53 | 10:30 AM Chester | 2 transfers | |
| 7:41 AM Llandudno | 3h46 | 11:27 AM Chester | 2 transfers | |
| 8:05 AM Llandudno | 3h56 | 12:01 PM Chester | 2 transfers | |
| 8:41 AM Llandudno | 3h47 | 12:28 PM Chester | 2 transfers | |
| 9:05 AM Llandudno | 3h57 | 1:02 PM Chester | 2 transfers | |
| 9:29 AM Llandudno | 3h59 | 1:28 PM Chester | 2 transfers | |
| 10:05 AM Llandudno | 3h53 | 1:58 PM Chester | 2 transfers | |
| 10:29 AM Llandudno | 3h59 | 2:28 PM Chester | 2 transfers | |
| 11:05 AM Llandudno | 3h53 | 2:58 PM Chester | 2 transfers | |
| 11:29 AM Llandudno | 3h59 | 3:28 PM Chester | 2 transfers | |
| 12:05 PM Llandudno | 3h53 | 3:58 PM Chester | 2 transfers | |
| 12:29 PM Llandudno | 4h03 | 4:32 PM Chester | 2 transfers | |
| 1:05 PM Llandudno | 4h01 | 5:06 PM Chester | 2 transfers | |
| 1:29 PM Llandudno | 4h00 | 5:29 PM Chester | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Llandudno to Chester
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Buses from Llandudno to Chester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 21:39. The fastest bus covers the 39 miles (64 km) distance in 3h 46m.
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 $11 (€9)
Distance 39 miles (64 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 46m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 9:39 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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 $11 (€9)
Bus providers: Arriva UK from Llandudno to ChesterYou can travel by bus between Llandudno to Chester with Arriva UK for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Arriva UK
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 46m
Cheapest Price
$14 (€11)
Arriva UK frequency
16 a day
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.
- 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.
- Must visit
The Groves
A wide green expanse by the River Dee, popular for walks, picnics, and events. It offers classic views of the water and easy access to central sights.
- Must visit
Chester Walls Walk
A scenic trail following the old city defences with frequent viewpoints and easy access to landmarks. It is one of the best ways to see Chester efficiently.
- Recommended
Eastgate Street
One of Chester’s main shopping streets, lined with historic buildings and Rows. It captures the city’s distinctive mix of heritage and everyday life.
- Vegetarian
Chester Cake
A rich fruit cake packed with currants and spice, long linked to Chester and nearby Cheshire baking traditions.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Cheshire Cheese
Crumbly, creamy cow's milk cheese from Cheshire, one of England's oldest named cheeses and a staple of local farming.
- Vegetarian
Cheshire Rarebit
Traditional Cheshire cheese melted with beer, mustard and seasoning on toast; a classic pub and supper dish in the region.
Joseph Benjamin
Established city-centre bistro serving modern British food with local produce in a relaxed, smart setting.
Covino
Popular independent restaurant focused on seasonal small plates, natural wines and creative modern cooking.
The Chester Grosvenor
Refined fine dining by chef Simon Radley at The Chester Grosvenor, known for polished tasting menus and formal service.
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.
Chester Buses
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £5.70
To the city center
Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) -> Chester City Centre, Chester
- Distance
- 0.6 km
- Travel time
- 8 min
- Contactless card payment is widely accepted on Stagecoach buses in Chester. The £2 single fare cap may apply on eligible local bus journeys.
- Gorse Stacks is a short walk from the main shopping streets and city centre. Check operator apps or websites for live departures before travel.
FAQs: Bus from Llandudno to Chester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Llandudno 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.
Cheap bus tickets from Llandudno to Chester can start from as little as $14 (€11) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Llandudno to Chester is $14 (€11) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Llandudno to Chester is 3h 46m to travel the 39 miles (64 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Llandudno to Chester leaves at 1:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Llandudno to Chester leaves at 9:39 PM.
There are 5 buses a day from Llandudno to Chester which require at least one change with Arriva UK. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Llandudno to Chester, you can count on Arriva UK for the best way to get you to Chester. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Llandudno and Chester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Chester from Llandudno is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 46m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Llandudno to Chester is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Llandudno and Chester including taking a train and bus.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Llandudno to Chester.
No, the bus from Llandudno to Chester has no accessibility options.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Chester are:
- Chester Cathedral, a historic Gothic-style cathedral with stunning architecture and a rich history
- Chester Roman Amphitheatre, the largest Roman amphitheater in Britain offering insights into ancient Roman life
- Chester City Walls, a well-preserved medieval defensive structure providing panoramic views of the city
- Eastgate Clock, an iconic clock set on a historic gateway, known as one of the most photographed clocks in England
- The Rows, unique medieval two-tiered shopping galleries featuring a mix of independent shops and eateries.
The best things to do in Chester include:
- Chester Zoo, one of the UK's largest zoos with a diverse range of animals and conservation programs
- Grosvenor Museum, showcasing local history, art, and archaeology with engaging exhibits
- River Dee, enjoy a scenic walk or a boat trip along this picturesque river
- Storyhouse, a cultural hub offering theatre performances, a library, and a cinema
- Cheshire Military Museum, exploring the military history of the Cheshire regiments with fascinating displays.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Llandudno to Chester.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Llandudno to Chester.
No, luggage for the bus from Llandudno to Chester needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Llandudno to Chester.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Llandudno to Chester.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Llandudno to Chester.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Llandudno to Chester.
Since neither Llandudno nor Chester are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Llandudno to Chester among Omio's users.
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.
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