Cheshire Bus Services

Our bus services in the Cheshire area offer a convenient and affordable way to get around Chester and beyond. Whether you're commuting to work, exploring the local attractions, or heading out for a day trip, our network of buses can take you where you need to go.

Bus Tickets in Cheshire

We offer a range of ticket options to suit your needs, including:

Single tickets: Perfect for one-off journeys.

Day tickets: Ideal for exploring the city all day long.
Megarider tickets: Save money on multiple journeys.

Group tickets: Great for families and groups of friends.
Student Tickets: Great value term tickets are available now for University and College Bus Travel. Find out more here.

For more information on ticket types and pricing, please visit the our ticketing page

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Find out more about the NEW NextGenTravel scheme

If you're aged 16-19 and live in Cheshire West and Chester, you can travel on participating local bus services for just £1 per single journey with a NextGenTravel pass.

Part of a two-year trial funded by the UK Government, the scheme is helping young people access education, employment, training and leisure opportunities more affordably.

Apply for your NextGenTravel pass today and start saving on bus travel.

Find out more and apply here.

Getting to Chester Bus Interchange:

There are several key Bus Stations and stops in the Cheshire region that our services operate to and from.

Bus: You can easily reach these stations by bus. Details on the stations can be found here

Chester Bus Interchange
Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange
Crewe Bus Station
Wrexham Bus Station
Nantwich Bus Station

Train: Chester Railway Station is a 10 minute walk from the city centre and Bus Interchange.

Places to go in and around Chester

Chester City Centre: Explore The Rows and enjoy some shopping.
Chester Zoo: Enjoy a great day out discovering a wide variety of animals and immersive habitats. Hop on the 1/X1 service, operating every 20 minutes.
Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet Village: Shop over 140 designer and high street brands with fantastic savings all year round. Catch the 1/X1 service, operating every 20 minutes.

Below are all our services in this area. Click the below tabs for specific route timetable info or download our full Chester, Ellesmere Port and beyond timetable booklet here!

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Bus Service 1 Chester - Cheshire Oaks - Bromborough - Birkenhead - Liverpool	Click here
Bus Service X1 Chester City Centre - Chester Zoo - Bromborough - Birkenhead - Liverpool	Click here
Bus Service 2 / 2A / 2C / 2X Chester - Ellesmere Port - Frodsham - Runcorn	Click here
Bus Service 5 / 5E Chester - Boughton - Holt - Wrexham	Click here
Bus Service 6 / 6A Rivacre - Ledsham	Click here
Bus Service 7 Chester -Vicars Cross	Click here
Bus Service 8 / 9 Chester - Pipers Ash	Click here
Bus Service 14 / 14A / 14B / 14C Chester - Blacon	Click here
Bus Service 15 / 15A Chester - Shelley Road - Saughall	Click here
Bus Service 16 Chester - Handbridge - Lache - Saltney	Click here
Bus Service 23 / 23A / 23C / 23S Ellesmere Port - Hooton - Willaston - Neston	Click here
Bus Service 26 / 26A / 26B Ellesmere Port - Chester - Upton - Guilden Sutton	Click here
Bus Service 51 / 51E Chester - Plas Newton	Click here
Bus Service 52 Chester - Plas Newton - Chester	Click here
Bus Service 53 / 53E Chester - Kingsway	Click here
Bus Service 61 / 62 Chester - Handbridge - Dodleston - Higher Kinnerton	Click here
Bus Service 84 Chester - Nantwich - Crewe	Click here
Bus Service X30 Chester - Frodsham Circular	Click here
Bus Service PR1 Chester Business Park - Chester Bus Interchange Park & Ride	Click here
Bus Service PR2 Broughton Heath - Chester Bus Interchange Park & Ride	Click here
Bus Service PR3 Chester Zoo - Chester Bus Interchange Park & Ride	Click here
Chester City Sightseeing (Returning 2027)	Click here

We also operate convenient Park and Ride services in Chester, making it easy to park your car and get to key destinations in the heart of the City.

We operate from three sites in the Cheshire region, Wrexham Road, Boughton Heath and Upton. Service operate frequently 7 days a week.

For further information about our Park & Ride services click here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which bus ticket do I need to get around Cheshire?

A day ticket is the best option for unlimited travel in the Chester region. Find out more here.

What is the best way to buy a bus ticket in Cheshire?

The most convenient way to buy a bus ticket is through the StagecoachBus App. You can also purchase tickets from the driver or at selected retailers. Find out more here.

What time do Stagecoach buses run in Cheshire?

Use our journey planner tool to find the best bus route and time to get you to your destination in Chester.

Ready to Buy Your Ticket?

The best way to buy your bus ticket is through the Stagecoach Bus App. Our mobile app has everything you need in one place:

Live bus tracking: See where your bus is in real-time.

Journey planning: Plan your journey and find the best routes.

Live bus information: Get up-to-date information on delays and cancellations.

Mobile bus tickets: Purchase and validate your tickets directly on your phone.