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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Hershey is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Hershey is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Hershey?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Hershey. However, there are services departing from 6th St & Welsh St - Chester Tran Ctr and arriving at Chocolate Ave & Cocoa Ave via 69th St Transit Center South Terminal, Philadelphia Bus Station and Harrisburg Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Chester to Hershey?

The distance between Chester and Hershey is 131 miles. The road distance is 86.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Hershey without a car is to train and line 322 bus which takes 5h 9m and costs $30 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Chester to Hershey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Hershey bus from?

Chester to Hershey bus services, operated by SEPTA, depart from 6th St & Welsh St - Chester Tran Ctr station.

Where does the Chester to Hershey bus arrive?

Chester to Hershey bus services, operated by SEPTA, arrive at 69th St Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Chester to Hershey?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Hershey is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Chester to Hershey.

Where can I stay near Hershey?

There are 200+ hotels available in Hershey.

Chester to Hershey - 3 ways to travel via train, line 322 bus, and line 109 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Hershey by train, bus, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Train, line 322 bus
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Harrisburgtrain Keystone Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg Transportation Center to Chocolate Ave & Cocoa Avebus 322
5h 9m
$34–75
Drive 85.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Hersheycar 85.6 mi
1h 46m
$16–23
Line 109 bus, line 21 bus, bus, line 322 bus
1. Take the bus from 6th St & Welsh St - Chester Tran Ctr to 69th St Transit Centerbus 109
2. Take the bus from 69th St Transit Center South Terminal to Chestnut St & 12th Stbus 21
3. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Harrisburg Transportation Center to Chocolate Ave & Cocoa Avebus 322
6h 27m
$23–43

Chester to Hershey by train and bus

80Weekly Services

5h 9mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 130.4 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Chester, PA, USA and Hershey, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from 6th St & Welsh St - Chester Tran Ctr to Chocolate Ave & Cocoa Ave via 69th St Transit Center, 69th St Transit Center South Terminal, Chestnut St & 12th St, Philadelphia Bus Station, Harrisburg Bus Station, and Harrisburg Transportation Center in around 6h 27m.

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