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

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Chester is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Chester?

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

How far is it from Blackburn to Chester?

The distance between Blackburn and Chester is 57 miles. The road distance is 56.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackburn to Chester without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £20 - £40.

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

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

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Chester train from?

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

Where does the Blackburn to Chester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackburn to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Chester is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Blackburn to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1111+ hotels available in Chester.

Blackburn to Chester - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 1 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chestertrain
2h 2m
£21–37
Drive 56.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackburn to Chestercar 56.1 mi
1h 9m
£14–20
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Manchester Victoriatrain Clitheroe - Rochdale / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chestertrain Leeds - Chester / ...
2h 35m
£24–43
Line 1 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 1
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
3h 4m

Blackburn to Chester by train

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Distance: 56.5 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

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

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