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Journey Information
There is one daily coach from Preston to Chester. Traveling by coach from Preston to Chester usually takes around one hour and 55 minutes, but some coaches might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 40 mi (65 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 55m |
| Cheapest price | £13.05 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Preston to Chester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Preston to Chester. National Express is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 1 | 1h 56m | £13.05 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of one hour and 55 minutes to cover the 40 miles from Preston to Chester. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
There is usually only one coach per day from Preston to Chester. It leaves the station in Preston at 22:00 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one coach per day from Preston to Chester. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct coach, meaning that you do not have to get on a different coach at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Preston to Chester; ticket prices start at £26.39.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Preston?
Main departure station: Bus Station
Most coaches depart from the main station in Preston.
All coach stations in Preston:
Bus Station
Where does the coach arrive in Chester?
Main arrival station: Gorse Stacks Bus Interchange
All coaches from Preston arrive at one main station in Chester.
Coach stations in Chester:
Gorse Stacks Bus Interchange
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