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

The cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Chester is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 1h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ambleside to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Ambleside and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Ambleside to Chester. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Chester via Oxenholme Lake District and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Ambleside to Chester?

The distance between Ambleside and Chester is 100 miles. The road distance is 106.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ambleside to Chester without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Ambleside to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ambleside to Chester train from?

Ambleside to Chester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Where does the Ambleside to Chester train arrive?

Ambleside to Chester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Ambleside to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambleside to Chester is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Ambleside to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1126+ hotels available in Chester.

Ambleside to Chester - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ambleside to Chester by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Llandudno Junction / ...
3h 45m
£33–55
Drive 106.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ambleside to Chestercar 106.3 mi
1h 58m
£27–39
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Windermere to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Central Loop Line to Chestertrain
5h 5m
£39–73

Ambleside to Chester by bus and train

120Weekly Services

3h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 99.3 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Ambleside, Cumbria, England and Chester, England?

You can take a bus from Climbing Wall to Chester via Bus Rail Interchange, Windermere, Oxenholme Lake District, and Warrington Bank Quay in around 3h 45m.

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