What is the best way to travel from Nottingham to Chester?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Chester from Nottingham. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Chester from Nottingham?
You can reach Chester with just £10 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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East Midlands Railway2h 49m008:53NottinghamCentral Station11:42ChesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from East Midlands Railway goes from Central Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 12/02/2026 08:53:00 to Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/02/2026 11:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 49m
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East Midlands Railway2h 49m009:53NottinghamCentral Station12:42ChesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from East Midlands Railway goes from Central Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 12/02/2026 09:53:00 to Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/02/2026 12:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 49m
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East Midlands Railway2h 49m010:53NottinghamCentral Station13:42ChesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from East Midlands Railway goes from Central Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 12/02/2026 10:53:00 to Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/02/2026 13:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 49m
Cheapest Trains Thursday
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FlixBus7h 10m011:20NottinghamCentral Station18:30ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 13/02/2026 11:20:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/02/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
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FlixBus9h 40m008:50NottinghamUniversity North Entrance18:30ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from University North Entrance, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 13/02/2026 08:50:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/02/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
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FlixBus9h 25m009:05NottinghamBroadmarsh Coach Station18:30ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 13/02/2026 09:05:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/02/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
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FlixBus8h 55m020:25NottinghamUniversity North Entrance05:20ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from University North Entrance, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 13/02/2026 20:25:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/02/2026 05:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 55m
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FlixBus9h 5m020:15NottinghamBroadmarsh Coach Station05:20ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 13/02/2026 20:15:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/02/2026 05:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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FlixBus7h 10m011:20NottinghamCentral Station18:30ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 16/02/2026 11:20:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/02/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
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FlixBus8h 55m020:25NottinghamUniversity North Entrance05:20ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from University North Entrance, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 16/02/2026 20:25:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/02/2026 05:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 55m
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FlixBus9h 5m020:15NottinghamBroadmarsh Coach Station05:20ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 16/02/2026 20:15:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/02/2026 05:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
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FlixBus9h 40m008:50NottinghamUniversity North Entrance18:30ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from University North Entrance, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 16/02/2026 08:50:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/02/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
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FlixBus9h 25m009:05NottinghamBroadmarsh Coach Station18:30ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 16/02/2026 09:05:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/02/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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FlixBus9h 5m020:15NottinghamBroadmarsh Coach Station05:20ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 18/02/2026 20:15:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/02/2026 05:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £10 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
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FlixBus8h 55m020:25NottinghamUniversity North Entrance05:20ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from University North Entrance, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 18/02/2026 20:25:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/02/2026 05:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 55m
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FlixBus7h 10m011:20NottinghamCentral Station18:30ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 18/02/2026 11:20:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/02/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
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FlixBus9h 40m008:50NottinghamUniversity North Entrance18:30ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from University North Entrance, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 18/02/2026 08:50:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/02/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
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FlixBus9h 25m009:05NottinghamBroadmarsh Coach Station18:30ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 18/02/2026 09:05:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/02/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
What are the fastest trips from Nottingham to Chester?
You can get to Chester from Nottingham in just 2h 49m with a Train from East Midlands Railway. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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East Midlands Railway2h 49m008:53NottinghamCentral Station11:42ChesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from East Midlands Railway goes from Central Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 12/02/2026 08:53:00 to Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/02/2026 11:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 49m
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East Midlands Railway2h 49m009:53NottinghamCentral Station12:42ChesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from East Midlands Railway goes from Central Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 12/02/2026 09:53:00 to Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/02/2026 12:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 49m
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East Midlands Railway2h 49m010:53NottinghamCentral Station13:42ChesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from East Midlands Railway goes from Central Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 12/02/2026 10:53:00 to Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/02/2026 13:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 49m
Fastest Trains Thursday
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FlixBus7h 10m011:20NottinghamCentral Station18:30ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 13/02/2026 11:20:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/02/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
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FlixBus8h 55m020:25NottinghamUniversity North Entrance05:20ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from University North Entrance, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 13/02/2026 20:25:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/02/2026 05:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 55m
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FlixBus9h 5m020:15NottinghamBroadmarsh Coach Station05:20ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 13/02/2026 20:15:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/02/2026 05:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
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FlixBus9h 25m009:05NottinghamBroadmarsh Coach Station18:30ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 13/02/2026 09:05:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/02/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
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FlixBus9h 40m008:50NottinghamUniversity North Entrance18:30ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from University North Entrance, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 13/02/2026 08:50:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/02/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
Fastest Buses Friday
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FlixBus7h 10m011:20NottinghamCentral Station18:30ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 16/02/2026 11:20:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/02/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
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FlixBus8h 55m020:25NottinghamUniversity North Entrance05:20ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from University North Entrance, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 16/02/2026 20:25:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/02/2026 05:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 55m
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FlixBus9h 5m020:15NottinghamBroadmarsh Coach Station05:20ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 16/02/2026 20:15:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/02/2026 05:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
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FlixBus9h 25m009:05NottinghamBroadmarsh Coach Station18:30ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 16/02/2026 09:05:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/02/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
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FlixBus9h 40m008:50NottinghamUniversity North Entrance18:30ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from University North Entrance, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 16/02/2026 08:50:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/02/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
Fastest Buses Monday
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FlixBus7h 10m011:20NottinghamCentral Station18:30ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 18/02/2026 11:20:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/02/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
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FlixBus8h 55m020:25NottinghamUniversity North Entrance05:20ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from University North Entrance, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 18/02/2026 20:25:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/02/2026 05:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 55m
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FlixBus9h 5m020:15NottinghamBroadmarsh Coach Station05:20ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 18/02/2026 20:15:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/02/2026 05:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £10 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
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FlixBus9h 25m009:05NottinghamBroadmarsh Coach Station18:30ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 18/02/2026 09:05:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/02/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
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FlixBus9h 40m008:50NottinghamUniversity North Entrance18:30ChesterBus Interchange0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from University North Entrance, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 18/02/2026 08:50:00 to Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/02/2026 18:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Nottingham to Chester
What are the most popular stations in Nottingham and Chester?
In Nottingham, you will usually depart from Central Station, Beeston Centre or Bulwell Tram Stop, while in Chester you will be arriving at Central Station, Vicar's Lane or Bus Interchange, 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 Chester from Nottingham? With 4 connections between 2 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 Nottingham and Chester, you can pay as low as £10 with a Bus from FlixBus.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 Train from East Midlands Railway: you will get to Chester in just 2h 49m.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 Nottingham and Chester are FlixBus and East Midlands Railway, 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 Nottingham and Chester 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 Heckmondwike or to Bache, and look at flights from East Midlands 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 Nottingham to Chester?
The most popular companies between Nottingham and Chester, are FlixBus and East Midlands Railway. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: East Midlands Railway
All you need to know when you travel from Nottingham to Chester
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Nottingham to Chester. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Nottingham to Chester
How can I reach Chester from Nottingham?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Chester from Nottingham.
How far is Chester from Nottingham?
The distance between Nottingham and Chester is 118.9 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Nottingham and Chester?
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 3 kgs of CO2, a train 4 kgs, a car 20 kgs, and a flight 29 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Nottingham to Chester?
You can get to Chester with just £10 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Nottingham to Chester?
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 Chester in just 2h 49m with a Train from East Midlands Railway.
More routes to Nottingham and to Chester
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Nottingham and to Chester. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
- Trips to Nottingham
- Bath to Nottingham
- Birmingham Airport to Nottingham
- Birmingham to Nottingham
- Bristol to Nottingham
- Doncaster to Nottingham
- Edinburgh to Nottingham
- Glasgow to Nottingham
- Inverness to Nottingham
- Leeds to Nottingham
- Leicester to Nottingham
- London Heathrow Airport to Nottingham
- London Stansted Airport to Nottingham
- London to Nottingham
- Luton Airport to Nottingham
- Manchester Airport to Nottingham
- Manchester to Nottingham
- Milton Keynes to Nottingham
- Newcastle upon Tyne to Nottingham
- Northampton to Nottingham
- Oxford to Nottingham
- Paris to Nottingham
- Plymouth to Nottingham
- Sheffield to Nottingham
