What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to Smith Mountain Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Smith Mountain Lake is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Smith Mountain Lake?

The fastest way to get from Chester to Smith Mountain Lake is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $28 - $45.

How far is it from Chester to Smith Mountain Lake?

The distance between Chester and Smith Mountain Lake is 216 miles. The road distance is 159.5 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to Smith Mountain Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to Smith Mountain Lake without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 5h 40m and costs $170 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Chester to Smith Mountain Lake?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Chester to Smith Mountain Lake, including transfers.

Can I drive from Chester to Smith Mountain Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Smith Mountain Lake is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Chester to Smith Mountain Lake.

Where can I stay near Smith Mountain Lake?

There are 52+ hotels available in Smith Mountain Lake.

Chester to Smith Mountain Lake - 2 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Chester to Smith Mountain Lake by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus, taxi (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Richmond to Lynchburg Transit Centerbus FlixBus 2605
2. Take the taxi from Altavista Commons Walmart to Smith Mountain Laketaxi
5h 40m
$179–235
Drive 158.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Smith Mountain Lakecar 158.6 mi
3h 18m
$29–42

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Distance: 214.7 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Chester, VA, USA and Smith Mountain Lake, VA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Chester to Smith Mountain Lake. However, you can take the taxi to Richmond, take the bus to Lynchburg Transit Center, walk to Kemper Street Station, take the bus to Altavista Commons Walmart, then take the taxi to Smith Mountain Lake. Alternatively, you can drive from Chester to Smith Mountain Lake in around 3h 18m.

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