What is the cheapest way to get from Barrow in Furness to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Barrow in Furness to Chester is to train and bus and line 310 bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 6h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barrow in Furness to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Barrow in Furness to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Barrow in Furness and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Barrow in Furness to Chester. However, there are services departing from Barrow-in-Furness and arriving at Chester via Lancaster and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Barrow in Furness to Chester?

The distance between Barrow in Furness and Chester is 100 miles. The road distance is 117.3 miles.

How do I travel from Barrow in Furness to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Barrow in Furness to Chester without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £30 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Barrow in Furness to Chester?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Barrow in Furness to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barrow in Furness to Chester train from?

Barrow in Furness to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Barrow-in-Furness station.

Where does the Barrow in Furness to Chester train arrive?

Barrow in Furness to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Barrow in Furness to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Barrow in Furness to Chester is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Barrow in Furness to Chester.

How do I get a train ticket from Barrow in Furness to Chester?

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There are 4 ways to get from Barrow in Furness to Chester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Lancastertrain
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chestertrain
2h 57m
£34–58
Train, bus, line 310 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Prestontrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 2A
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 310
4. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Chester Bus Interchangebus 1 / ...
6h 12m
£25–44
Drive 116.7 mi
1. Drive from Barrow in Furness to Chestercar 116.7 mi
2h 16m
£29–42
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Central Loop Line to Chestertrain
3h 45m
£39–76

Barrow in Furness to Chester by train

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Distance: 99.8 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Barrow in Furness, England and Chester, England?

You can take a train from Barrow-in-Furness to Chester via Lancaster and Warrington Bank Quay in around 2h 57m.

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