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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Chester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Chester is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £45 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Chester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Chester. Services depart once a week, and operate Tuesday. The journey takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Chester?

The distance between Carlisle and Chester is 135 miles. The road distance is 140 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Chester without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Carlisle to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Chester train from?

Carlisle to Chester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Where does the Carlisle to Chester train arrive?

Carlisle to Chester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Chester is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Carlisle to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1109+ hotels available in Chester.

Carlisle to Chester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Steam train

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There are 5 ways to get from Carlisle to Chester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
2h 24m
£49–80
Drive 139.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlisle to Chestercar 139.2 mi
2h 28m
£35–50
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
2. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 5m
£37–74
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
3h 15m
£58–99
Steam train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Chestertrain The Dalesman West
4h 33m

Carlisle to Chester by train

198Weekly Trains

2h 24mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134.1 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Chester via Warrington Bank Quay in around 2h 24m.

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