Bus from Birmingham to Chester: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Chester on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    Coach Station
    Chester Bus ExchangCheapestFastest
    National ExpressBus
      Coach Station
      Chester Bus ExchangNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      Great Charles Street Queensway
      Chester Bus ExchangNo tags
      National ExpressBus
        Coach Station
        Chester Bus ExchangNo tags
        FlixbusBus
        Great Charles Street Queensway
        Chester Bus ExchangNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:58 PM GMT.

        Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to Chester

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Chester. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        1h 50mAverage Duration
        65 milesDistance
        4kgCO₂ emissions
        Average Price$11 - $46Average Duration2h 20m
        3kg CO₂e
        Average Price$19 - $88Average Duration2h 1m
        2kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        Average Price$16 - $16Average Duration1h 50m
        4kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham to Chester by bus

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

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

          The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Chester start from $11. The average price for this route is around $15. 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 ride from Birmingham to Chester?

          The average bus trip duration from Birmingham to Chester is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 65 miles (104 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 45m and is operated by National Express.

        3. 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.

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

          The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Chester at 3:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.

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

          A bus trip from Birmingham to Chester generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

        6. What 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 29741 reviews.

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

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

        8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Birmingham to Chester?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 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.

        Best price found
        11/29
        $12
        11/30
        $12
        Today
        $10
        12/02
        $10
        12/03
        $9
        12/04
        $10
        12/05
        $9
        12/06
        $9
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Chester was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $9

        To 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 $9 to $32 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 $9 which is on 2025-12-05.

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

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