What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Chester Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Chester Zoo is to bus which costs £26 - £60 and takes 5h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Chester Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Chester Zoo is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Zoo Main Entrance via Birmingham - Jennens Road and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Chester via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Bristol to Chester Zoo?

The distance between Bristol and Chester Zoo is 168 miles. The road distance is 149.6 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol to Chester Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Chester Zoo without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 4h 14m and costs £80 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Chester Zoo?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Bristol to Chester Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Chester Zoo bus from?

Bristol to Chester Zoo bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Chester Zoo train from?

Bristol to Chester Zoo train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train, bus or fly from Bristol to Chester Zoo?

The best way to get from Bristol to Chester Zoo is to train via Stafford which takes 4h 14m and costs £80 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £60 and takes 5h 40m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Bristol to Chester Zoo bus arrive?

Bristol to Chester Zoo bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bristol to Chester Zoo train arrive?

Bristol to Chester Zoo train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Chester Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Chester Zoo is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Bristol to Chester Zoo.

Where can I stay near Chester Zoo?

There are 2210+ hotels available in Chester Zoo.

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Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Staffordtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Chestertrain London Euston - Chester / ...
4h 14m
£81–116
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Chester Bus Interchangebus Ukn21 / ...
5h 40m
£26–57
Drive 148.7 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Chester Zoocar 148.7 mi
3h 2m
£37–53
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BRS - LPL
6h 23m
£58–144
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 52m
£62–120
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BRS - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
6h 55m
£69–171

Bristol to Chester Zoo by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 166.7 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Chester Zoo, England?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Chester Zoo via Stafford, Chester, Railway Station, and Zoo Main Entrance in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Chester Zoo via Birmingham Coach Station, Birmingham - Jennens Road, Chester Bus Interchange, and Zoo Main Entrance in around 5h 40m.

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