What is the cheapest way to get from Accrington to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Accrington to Chester is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Accrington to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Accrington to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct train between Accrington and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Accrington to Chester. However, there are services departing from Accrington and arriving at Chester via Preston and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Accrington to Chester?

The distance between Accrington and Chester is 62 miles. The road distance is 58 miles.

How do I travel from Accrington to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Accrington to Chester without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £22 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Accrington to Chester?

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Accrington to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Accrington to Chester train from?

Accrington to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Accrington station.

Where does the Accrington to Chester train arrive?

Accrington to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Accrington to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Accrington to Chester is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Accrington to Chester.

How do I get a train ticket from Accrington to Chester?

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1109+ hotels available in Chester.

Accrington to Chester - 4 ways to travel via train, car, line 464 bus, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Accrington to Chester by train, car, bus, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Accrington to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chestertrain
2h 16m
£23–41
Drive 57.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Accrington to Chestercar 57.7 mi
1h 10m
£15–21
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Accrington to Manchester Victoriatrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chestertrain Leeds - Chester / ...
2h 44m
£28–50
Line 464 bus, tram, train
1. Take the bus from Infant Street to Rochdale Interchangebus 464
2. Take the tram from Rochdale Town Centre to East Didsburytram
3. Take the train from East Didsbury to Chestertrain
5h

Accrington to Chester by train

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2h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 61.7 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Accrington, England and Chester, England?

You can take a train from Accrington to Chester via Preston and Warrington Bank Quay in around 2h 16m.

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