What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Chester-le-Street?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Chester-le-Street is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 10h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Chester-le-Street?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Chester-le-Street is to train and fly which takes 4h 42m and costs £45 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Chester-le-Street?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Chester-le-Street. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at South Burns Stand K via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Chester-le-Street?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Chester-le-Street. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Chester-Le-Street via Paddington, King's Cross and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Chester-le-Street?

The distance between Cardiff and Chester-le-Street is 409 miles. The road distance is 298.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Chester-le-Street without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chester-le-Street without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 32m and costs £140 - £270.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Chester-le-Street?

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Cardiff to Chester-le-Street, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chester-le-Street bus from?

Cardiff to Chester-le-Street bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chester-le-Street train from?

Cardiff to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Chester-le-Street?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chester-le-Street is to train via London which takes 5h 32m and costs £140 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Cardiff to Chester-le-Street bus arrive?

Cardiff to Chester-le-Street bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Chester-le-Street train arrive?

Cardiff to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Chester-le-Street?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Chester-le-Street is 298 miles. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Cardiff to Chester-le-Street.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Chester-le-Street?

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Where can I stay near Chester-le-Street?

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Cardiff to Chester-le-Street - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 10 ways to get from Cardiff to Chester-le-Street by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Chester-Le-Streettrain
5h 32m
£143–267
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk078
10h 4m
£35–65
Bus via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
9h 40m
£59–143
Drive 296.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Chester-le-Streetcar 296.6 mi
5h 6m
£73–105
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h 42m
£48–125
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Chester-Le-Streettrain
5h 48m
£149–227
Train #2
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chester-Le-Streettrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
6h 36m
£119–205
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
5h 34m
£125–398
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h 40m
£99–256
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
6h 18m
£156–338

Cardiff to Chester-le-Street by train and subway

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5h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 406.2 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Chester-le-Street, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Chester-Le-Street via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and York in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to South Burns Stand K via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange in around 9h 40m.

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