What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to Birmingham (Region)?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Birmingham (Region) is to bus which costs £7 - £13 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Birmingham (Region)?

The fastest way to get from Chester to Birmingham (Region) is to train via Stafford which takes 1h 23m and costs £25 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Birmingham (Region)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Birmingham - Jennens Road. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Birmingham (Region)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chester and arriving at Birmingham New Street. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Chester to Birmingham (Region)?

The distance between Chester and Birmingham (Region) is 73 miles. The road distance is 75.9 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to Birmingham (Region) without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to Birmingham (Region) without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 1h 23m and costs £25 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Chester to Birmingham (Region)?

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Chester to Birmingham (Region), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Birmingham (Region) bus from?

Chester to Birmingham (Region) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Birmingham (Region) train from?

Chester to Birmingham (Region) train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Birmingham (Region)?

The best way to get from Chester to Birmingham (Region) is to train via Stafford which takes 1h 23m and costs £25 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £13 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Chester to Birmingham (Region) bus arrive?

Chester to Birmingham (Region) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Chester to Birmingham (Region) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Birmingham (Region)?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Birmingham (Region) is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Chester to Birmingham (Region).

How do I get a train ticket from Chester to Birmingham (Region)?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chester to Birmingham (Region)?

Book your Chester to Birmingham (Region) bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Birmingham (Region)?

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There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Birmingham (Region) 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 New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
1h 23m
£25–49
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Ukn21 / ...
1h 50m
£7–13
Drive 75.5 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Birmingham (Region)car 75.5 mi
1h 32m
£19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Crewetrain Wrexham General - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Birmingham New Streettrain Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
1h 33m
£24–59
Train #2
1. Take the train from Chester to Birmingham New Streettrain Llandudno Junction - Birmingham International / ...
2h 8m
£30–60

Chester to Birmingham (Region) by train

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Distance: 73 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Birmingham (Region), England?

You can take a train from Chester to Birmingham New Street via Stafford in around 1h 23m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham - Jennens Road 3 times a day. Tickets cost £7–13 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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