Your Arrival

A student arriving on campus with a suitcase

Airport Transfer

Students have a number of options when traveling from the airport to their UK accommodation. Please note that students must book their own transport from the airport.

  1. Taxi or Uber - If arriving into Liverpool or Manchester Airport, the most convenient option is to book an Uber or taxi. When booking a taxi, it is best to book in advance for the cheapest rates.  We would recommend booking with KingKabs. This option is not recommended for travel from other airports. 
  2. Train - To travel by train, you can explore route options and book your train ticket directly from the respective train operator without any extra charges, or from third parties such as Trainline or TrainPal, where a booking fee may sometimes be added to the cost of your tickets. Recommended for travel from London and other UK airports.
  3. Coach - You can get more information on routes and costs, as well as book your ticket via nationalexpress.com. Recommended for travel from London and other UK airports.

Temporary Accommodation

If you are unable to book permanent accommodation before you travel, you must ensure you secure temporary accommodation prior to leaving your home country. The University does not have temporary accommodation available. You can find a list of available hotels, B&B’s and budget accommodations available at: visitcheshire.com/accommodation. Additionally, suggested hotel options include:

  • Travel Lodge Central Bridge Street, Tel:+44 (0) 871 984 6538
  • Travel Lodge Chester Central, Tel: +44 (0) 871 984 6363
  • Brookside Hotel, Tel: +44 (0)1244 381943
  • Premier Inn Chester (Railway Station) hotel, Tel: +44 (0) 333 777 4592
  • Chester Western Station Hotel, Tel: + 44 (0) 330 028 3424