What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to Birmingham NEC?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Birmingham NEC is to bus which costs £10 - £22 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Birmingham NEC?

The fastest way to get from Chester to Birmingham NEC is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Birmingham NEC?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chester and arriving at Birmingham International. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Chester to Birmingham NEC?

The distance between Chester and Birmingham NEC is 82 miles. The road distance is 86 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to Birmingham NEC without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to Birmingham NEC without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 2h 3m and costs £28 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Chester to Birmingham NEC?

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Chester to Birmingham NEC, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Birmingham NEC bus from?

Chester to Birmingham NEC bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Birmingham NEC train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Birmingham NEC?

The best way to get from Chester to Birmingham NEC is to train via Stafford which takes 2h 3m and costs £28 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £22 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Chester to Birmingham NEC bus arrive?

Chester to Birmingham NEC bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where does the Chester to Birmingham NEC train arrive?

Chester to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Chester to Birmingham NEC?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Birmingham NEC is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Chester to Birmingham NEC.

How do I get a train ticket from Chester to Birmingham NEC?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chester to Birmingham NEC?

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Where can I stay near Birmingham NEC?

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Chester to Birmingham NEC - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Birmingham NEC by train, bus, or car

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Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Staffordtrain Chester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Birmingham Internationaltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 3m
£28–57
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Ukn21 / ...
2h 20m
£11–21
Drive 85.5 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Birmingham NECcar 85.5 mi
1h 37m
£21–31
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Birmingham Internationaltrain Llandudno Junction - Birmingham International / ...
2h 35m
£35–65

Chester to Birmingham NEC by train and foot

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Distance: 81.5 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Birmingham NEC, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Birmingham NEC via Stafford and Birmingham International in around 2h 3m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway 3 times a day. Tickets cost £8–15 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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