What is the cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Chester-le-Street?

The cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Chester-le-Street is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ambleside to Chester-le-Street?

The fastest way to get from Ambleside to Chester-le-Street is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Ambleside and Chester-le-Street?

No, there is no direct train from Ambleside to Chester-le-Street. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Chester-Le-Street via Oxenholme Lake District, Carlisle and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Ambleside to Chester-le-Street?

The distance between Ambleside and Chester-le-Street is 134 miles. The road distance is 85.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ambleside to Chester-le-Street without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £45 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Ambleside to Chester-le-Street?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Ambleside to Chester-le-Street, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ambleside to Chester-le-Street train from?

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

Where does the Ambleside to Chester-le-Street train arrive?

Ambleside to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Ambleside to Chester-le-Street?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambleside to Chester-le-Street is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Ambleside to Chester-le-Street.

Where can I stay near Chester-le-Street?

There are 2276+ hotels available in Chester-le-Street.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Ambleside to Chester-le-Street by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisletrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
4h 52m
£46–92
Drive 84.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ambleside to Chester-le-Streetcar 84.7 mi
1h 54m
£21–30
Line 555 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Vicarage Road to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Chester-Le-Streettrain Carlisle - Saltburn / ...
5h 1m
£38–68

Ambleside to Chester-le-Street by bus and train

112Weekly Services

4h 52mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 133.4 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a bus from bus interchange to Chester-Le-Street via Thwaite Lane, Windermere, Oxenholme Lake District, Carlisle, and Newcastle in around 4h 52m.

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