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How to get fromChester to Buttermereby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Buttermere by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Penrith North Lakestrain train
    2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus bus X5 / ...
    3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Court Hotelbus bus 77 / ...
    4h 36m
    £41–73

  2. Drive  131.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Chester to Buttermerecar car 131.5 mi
    2h 33m
    £33–48

  3. Train, bus via Manchester

    1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Piccadillytrain train
    2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain train
    3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Court Hotelbus bus 77 / ...
    5h 41m
    £48–81

Chester to Buttermere by train and bus

Calendar117Weekly Services
Duration4h 36mAverage Duration
Ticket£41Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 163.9 mi
  • Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Buttermere, Cumbria, England?

There is no direct connection from Chester to Buttermere. However, you can take the train to Warrington Bank Quay, take the train to Penrith North Lakes, walk to Rail Station, take the bus to Bus Station, then take the bus to Court Hotel. Alternatively, you can drive from Chester to Buttermere in around 2h 33m.

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