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Compare 2 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Chester

Bus
Average priceUS$69 - US$98Average duration17h 45m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$23 - US$23Average duration4h
13kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Edinburgh to Chester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chester. The journey takes about 17 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
17h 45mAverage duration
US$69Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Edinburgh to Chester: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$88
Average bus trip duration17h 45m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure11:35
Distance191 miles
Latest bus departure23:40

Edinburgh to Chester Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Edinburgh to Chester. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Edinburgh to Chester from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Chester from Edinburgh, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Edinburgh - Chester

  1. How far is Chester from Edinburgh by coach?

    The journey from Edinburgh to Chester by coach covers an approximate distance of 191 miles (309 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Chester from Edinburgh without a car?

    You can reach Chester from Edinburgh by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Chester was searched and found on 29 Jun 2025 with a price of US$66

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

You can expect to pay from US$66 to US$85 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Chester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$66, which is on 2025-06-29.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Edinburgh and Chester!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Edinburgh to Chester, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Edinburgh to Chester.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Edinburgh to Chester, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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