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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Chester is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Chester. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Chester via Preston and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Burnley to Chester?

The distance between Burnley and Chester is 68 miles. The road distance is 61.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Chester without a car is to train via Preston which takes 2h 10m and costs £25 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Burnley to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Chester train from?

Burnley to Chester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.

Where does the Burnley to Chester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Burnley to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Chester is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Burnley to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

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Burnley to Chester - 4 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and tram

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

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Train via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chestertrain
2h 10m
£25–45
Drive 60.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burnley to Chestercar 60.7 mi
1h 18m
£15–22
Train
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Manchester Victoriatrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chestertrain Leeds - Chester / ...
2h 33m
£26–46
Bus, tram, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the tram from Shudehill to Manchester Airporttram
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chestertrain
4h 31m
£26–43

Burnley to Chester by train

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2h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 67.6 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Chester via Preston and Warrington Bank Quay in around 2h 10m.

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