What is the cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Ashton-under-Lyne and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester. However, there are services departing from Cavendish Street and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Velopark Metrolink Stop and Coop Live. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Ashton-under-Lyne and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester. However, there are services departing from Ashton-under-Lyne and arriving at Chester via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester?

The distance between Ashton-under-Lyne and Chester is 45 miles. The road distance is 46.6 miles.

How do I travel from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 54m and costs £15 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester?

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester bus from?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coop Live station.

Where do I catch the Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester train from?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Ashton-under-Lyne station.

Train or bus from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester?

The best way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester is to bus which takes 3h 43m and costs £15 - £26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £28 and takes 1h 58m.

Where does the Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester bus arrive?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where does the Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester train arrive?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester is 47 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester.

How do I get a train ticket from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester?

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Where can I stay near Chester?

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Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester by tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Ashton-under-Lyne to Piccadillytram Blue Line / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
1h 54m
£16–27
Drive 46.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chestercar 46.4 mi
50 min
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coop Live to Chester Bus Interchangebus Mc1
3h 43m
£16–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashton-under-Lyne to Chestertaxi 46.4 mi
50 min
£200–250
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chestertrain Leeds - Chester / ...
1h 58m
£15–28

Ashton-under-Lyne to Chester by tram and train

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Distance: 45.2 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Ashton-under-Lyne, England and Chester, England?

National Express operates a bus from Coop Live to Chester Bus Interchange 6 times a week. Tickets cost £12–22 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Alternatively, Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Chester hourly. Tickets cost £13–24 and the journey takes 55 min.

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