London to Chester by flight + bus
This route from London to Chester is not by plane the whole way: by flight, bus it takes about 6h 15m in total, run by British Airways, FlixBus. A quicker option we found is bus, at 4h 35m.
A closer look at the Flight journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €106
- Total journey
- 6h 15m
- Change
- 3 transfers
- Operator
- British Airways, FlixBus
Checked Sep 9 · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1London to Dublin
British Airways28mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Dublin - 2Dublin to Manchester
British Airways28mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Manchester - 3Manchester to Liverpool
FlixBus45mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Liverpool - 4Liverpool to ChesterFlixBus40m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from London to Chester
FlixBus runs 56 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:05 and the last at 23:59.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 56 | 00:05 | 23:59 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Before you travel
Which airports?
The airports are in this record; the terminal, the gate and the trip to the airport are not. Confirm the terminal on your own ticket.
Check-in and security
The flight time covers the airborne part only. Allow separate time for reaching the airport, check-in, security and the journey on arrival.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €50Reading date not recorded | 5h 35m3 transfers | See Train details |
| Bus | €20Omio catalogue, Sep 10 | 4h 35m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Train€50Reading date not recorded5h 35m · 3 transfersSee Train details
- Bus€20Omio catalogue, Sep 104h 35m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Thu, Sep 10
London to Chester by plane: common questions
How long does London to Chester take by plane?
The flight does not cover the whole route: flight + bus together take about 6h 15m, 3 transfers.
How much is a flight ticket from London to Chester?
The best price in our latest check was €106. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the flight from London to Chester?
British Airways, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the flight or the bus better?
The bus is faster at 4h 35m. It is cheaper too, at €21.
Where else this route goes
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