Traveling to the UK

When traveling outside your home country for the first time, it's important to learn how to get around in your new city or town. Familiarising yourself with public transport options is key to enjoying student life and getting where you need to go efficiently.

The University of Chester prioritises sustainability in all aspects, including transport for students and staff. We encourage using buses, cycling, trains, and walking to get around. Find out more about sustainable travel and transport.

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Learn about local walking routes and active travel options. If you live outside of Chester, we offer advice for commuting students.

Airport to Accommodation Transport

When arriving in a new country, arranging transportation from the airport to your accommodation can be intimidating. It is important to arrange your transport, as the university cannot provide this service.

Transportation Options

Don't worry! There are several options available:

• Taxis: Convenient and available at all major airports.
• Public Transport: Buses and trains to major city centres.
• Ride-Sharing Services: Apps like Uber and Lyft are available in many cities.

Choose the option that best suits your needs for a smooth arrival at your new home.

Travelling from Liverpool Airport

Liverpool John Lenon Airport has a full guide of travel options that will give you more information on getting to Chester and surrounding areas. 

Travelling from Manchester Airport

Manchester Airport has a full guide of travel options to get you from the airport to your destination. 

Travelling from London Heathrow Airport

London Heathrow Airport has a range of travel options.

Chester, Manchester, and Warrington train stations offer fantastic rail links, connecting you efficiently to destinations across the UK.

Chester Railway Station

Chester Railway Station provides excellent links to the UK's major cities and surrounding areas. When traveling into Chester, this is likely the station you will arrive at from your destination.

See timetable information for Chester Railway Station.

Warrington Bank Quay   

If you are commuting from Warrington to Chester, Warrington Bank Quay has direct links to Chester Railway Station, ensuring an easy commute.

Chester Bus Station

Chester is a beautiful, and small city with lots to offer. Traveling in and around Chester by bus is a great and sustainable option.

Warrington to Chester

To commute to Chester from Warrington by bus, take the X30 Arriva Bus from Warrington Bus Interchange. This journey typically takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Here is a list of price options* for the Arriva bus service from Warrington to Chester:

• Adult Single North West £2.00
• Adult Day North West £6.90
• Adult Week North £24.00
• Adult four-week North West £81.00
• Adult Annual North West £810.00

*Prices are based on information from Arriva Buses and are correct at August 2024. Prices may be subject to change.

Liverpool to Chester

If you are commuting from Liverpool to Chester by bus, Stagecoach is a great option. You will need to get the Stagecoach bus from Liverpool ONE Bus Interchange to Chester Bus Interchange. Tickets are from £2, and the journey takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. 

Manchester to Chester

It is easiest and cheapest to get to Chester from Manchester by train. Please refer to the train section for more information on how to plan your journey.

Chester Taxis

Chester City has a great range of taxi services that will take you in and around Chester.

You can book a taxi with KingKabs online. KingKabs provides airport transfers to and from Manchester airport and Liverpool airport.

KingKabs online booking requires you to have a mobile phone number to book. Please ensure that you have your own UK phone number before entering the UK.

For more taxi service options please see below:

• Abbey Taxis
• Chester Radio Taxis
• Empire Taxis Chester
• Chester Taxi Services

Warrington Taxis

You can get to Chester from Warrington using either Chester or Warrington taxi services. Abba Cars is available to book via an app.

Check out the University of Chester's learning locations, including campus maps.