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What is the best way to travel from Chester to Manchester?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Manchester from Chester. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest, while Bus is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
0h 25m
£4
£4
24
Train
0h 58m
£3
£11
18

What is the cheapest way to reach Manchester from Chester?

You can reach Manchester with just £3 by taking a Train from Northern, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
Saturday
from £3
Sunday
from £4
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £6
Thursday

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Northern
    1h 31m
    0
    06:48
    Chester
    Central Station
    08:19
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £3
  • Northern
    1h 29m
    0
    08:56
    Chester
    Central Station
    10:25
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £4
  • Transport for Wales
    0h 58m
    0
    06:52
    Chester
    Central Station
    07:50
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £12
  • Transport for Wales
    0h 58m
    0
    09:52
    Chester
    Central Station
    10:50
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £12
  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 16m
    0
    06:27
    Chester
    Central Station
    07:43
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £15

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    0h 25m
    0
    03:30
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    03:55
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 25m
    0
    04:35
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    05:00
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    0h 25m
    0
    13:15
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    13:40
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    0h 25m
    0
    22:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    23:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • Terravision
    0h 25m
    0
    14:50
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    15:15
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £6

    Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Northern
    1h 29m
    0
    08:56
    Chester
    Central Station
    10:25
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £6
  • Transport for Wales
    0h 58m
    0
    08:52
    Chester
    Central Station
    09:50
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £13
  • Transport for Wales
    1h 15m
    0
    08:58
    Chester
    Central Station
    10:13
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £15
  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 12m
    0
    08:32
    Chester
    Central Station
    09:44
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £19

What are the fastest trips from Chester to Manchester?

You can get to Manchester from Chester in just 0h 25m with a Bus from National Express. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
Saturday
from 0h 58m
Sunday
from 0h 25m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 0h 58m
Thursday

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Transport for Wales
    0h 58m
    0
    06:52
    Chester
    Central Station
    07:50
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £12
  • Transport for Wales
    0h 58m
    0
    09:52
    Chester
    Central Station
    10:50
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £12
  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 16m
    0
    06:27
    Chester
    Central Station
    07:43
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £15
  • Northern
    1h 29m
    0
    08:56
    Chester
    Central Station
    10:25
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £4
  • Northern
    1h 31m
    0
    06:48
    Chester
    Central Station
    08:19
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £3

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    0h 25m
    0
    03:30
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    03:55
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 25m
    0
    04:35
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    05:00
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    0h 25m
    0
    13:15
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    13:40
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    0h 25m
    0
    22:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    23:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • Terravision
    0h 25m
    0
    14:50
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    15:15
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    Terravision
    Economy
    £6

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Transport for Wales
    0h 58m
    0
    08:52
    Chester
    Central Station
    09:50
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £13
  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 12m
    0
    08:32
    Chester
    Central Station
    09:44
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £19
  • Transport for Wales
    1h 15m
    0
    08:58
    Chester
    Central Station
    10:13
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £15
  • Northern
    1h 29m
    0
    08:56
    Chester
    Central Station
    10:25
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £6
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Chester to Manchester

What are the most popular stations in Chester and Manchester?

In Chester, you will usually depart from Bus Interchange, Vicar's Lane or Central Station, while in Manchester you will be arriving at Shudehill Interchange, Piccadilly Train Station or Victoria Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Manchester from Chester? With 4 connections between 3 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Chester and Manchester, you can pay as low as £3 with a Train from Northern.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from National Express: you will get to Manchester in just 0h 25m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Chester and Manchester are Transport for Wales, Northern and Avanti West Coast, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Chester and Manchester is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bache or to Salford, and look at flights from Liverpool Airport, and landing at Liverpool Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Chester to Manchester?

The most popular companies between Chester and Manchester, are Transport for Wales, Northern and Avanti West Coast. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express, FlixBus and Terravision

Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern and Avanti West Coast

All you need to know when you travel from Chester to Manchester

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Chester to Manchester. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Chester to Manchester

How can I reach Manchester from Chester?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Manchester from Chester.

How far is Manchester from Chester?

The distance between Chester and Manchester is 53.7 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Chester and Manchester?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 1 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 9 kgs, and a flight 13 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Chester to Manchester?

You can get to Manchester with just £3 by taking a Train from Northern.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Manchester?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Manchester in just 0h 25m with a Bus from National Express.

More routes to Chester and to Manchester

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Chester and to Manchester. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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