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 | Bus | Chester Bus Exchang | Great Charles Street Queensway | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Chester Bus Exchang | Coach Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chester Bus Exchang | Great Charles Street Queensway | No tags | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to go from Chester to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chester and Birmingham?
Stops in Chester
- ASt Oswalds Way, Chester CH1 3HY, UK
- B
Delamere St Bus Station - Chester
21 Delamere St, Chester CH1 4DS, UK - C
Chester Zoo - Bus Terminal
Chester Zoo, Chester CH2 1LE, UK
Stops in Birmingham
- BMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
- C1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
- D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom - E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK - F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chester to Birmingham by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Chester to Birmingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chester to Birmingham start from $16. The average price for this route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chester to Birmingham?
The average bus travel time from Chester to Birmingham is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 104 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chester to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chester to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from Chester to Birmingham at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 4:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chester to Birmingham?
A bus trip from Chester to Birmingham generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chester to Birmingham?
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 29733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chester to Birmingham?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chester to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chester to Birmingham?
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.
The cheapest trip from Chester to Birmingham was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $13To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chester to Birmingham, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $13 to $46 for a bus ticket from Chester to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-12-01.
Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
