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Cheap bus tickets from Oxford to Chester

Showing times and prices for Dec 15

Cheapest

$37

Average

$41

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oxford to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

04:45PM4h35

Oxford

09:20PMChester

$371One-way

0 transfers

10:40PM5h30

Oxford

04:10AMChester

$441One-way

0 transfers

Oxford to Chester bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Sunday, December 15

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
National Express	10:40PM Oxford	5h30	04:10AM Chester	0 transfersDirect
National Express	04:45PM Oxford	4h35	09:20PM Chester	0 transfersDirect
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Bus times from Oxford to Chester

Showing times and prices for Dec 15

Fastest Journey

4 h 35 m

Average

5 h 2 m

Buses per day

Distance

195 km

Of the 2 buses that leave Oxford for Chester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

04:45PM4h35

Oxford

09:20PMChester

$371One-way

0 transfers

10:40PM5h30

Oxford

04:10AMChester

$441One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to Chester

Buses from Oxford to Chester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€33) if you book in advance.

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

Distance

120 miles (194 km)

Average bus duration

5h 26m

Cheapest ticket price

$37 (€33)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

4h 35m

First bus

00:30

Last bus

23:40

Price information

Bus providers: National Express and Megabus from Oxford to Chester

Travel between Oxford and Chester from $35 (€31) with Omio’s bus partners National Express and Megabus! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Oxford - Chester bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Bus information from Oxford to Chester with National Express:

Average Duration: 4 h 5 min
Cheapest Price: $35
National Express frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Oxford to Chester

FAQs: Take the bus from Oxford to Chester with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Oxford to Chester.

Cheap bus tickets from Oxford to Chester can start from as little as $37 (€33) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Oxford to Chester is $42 (€37); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Oxford to Chester bus travel time is 4 h 35 min for the 120 mile (194 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Oxford to Chester leaves at 12: 30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Oxford to Chester leaves at 11: 40 PM.

There are 3 buses a day from Oxford to Chester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

Take the Oxford to Chester bus with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus providers for the journey to Chester from Oxford as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange), located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Chester from Oxford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 35 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from Oxford to Chester is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Oxford to Chester including taking a bus or train.

Popular bus stations from Oxford to Chester

Oxford

Chester

The major bus station for departures in Oxford is Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station for your trip from Oxford to Chester.

Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station Wifi

Amenities at bus station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Ticket Office

Address

Gloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United Kingdom

Ticket Office Hours

06:00-22:00

Car connection

George Street

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi

Dining

Café Nero (in the station)
The Four Candles (0.2 km)
The White Rabbit (0.3 km).

Taxis

Available outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Elevators, ramps

Available near the waiting area.

Public transit options for Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station

Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90