The average bus between Chester and Thornton takes 2h 29m and the fastest bus takes 2h 11m. The bus service runs several times per day from Chester to Thornton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run twice daily between Chester and Thornton. The earliest departure is at 7:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 5:41 PM which arrives into Thornton at 7:52 PM. All services require a transfer at Queen Square and take an average of 2h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

2h 13m • 1 change
2h 28m • 1 change
2h 33m • 1 change
2h 42m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Chester to Thornton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Thornton. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange station and arriving at Virgin's Lane station via Queen Square station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.
Chester to Thornton bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.
Chester to Thornton bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Virgin's Lane station.
The distance between Chester and Thornton is 35.6 km. The road distance is 41 km.
You can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Virgin's Lane via Queen Square and Queen Square Bus Station in around 2h 37m.