What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to Castle Donington?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Castle Donington is to bus which costs £13 - £23 and takes 5h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Castle Donington?

The fastest way to get from Chester to Castle Donington is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Castle Donington?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Castle Donington station. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via Pool Meadow Bus Station and St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Castle Donington?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Castle Donington. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Long Eaton via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Chester to Castle Donington?

The distance between Chester and Castle Donington is 84 miles. The road distance is 79.3 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to Castle Donington without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to Castle Donington without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Chester to Castle Donington?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Chester to Castle Donington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Castle Donington bus from?

Chester to Castle Donington bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Castle Donington train from?

Chester to Castle Donington train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Crewe station.

Train or bus from Chester to Castle Donington?

The best way to get from Chester to Castle Donington is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £23 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Chester to Castle Donington bus arrive?

Chester to Castle Donington bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Coventry station.

Where does the Chester to Castle Donington train arrive?

Chester to Castle Donington train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Long Eaton station.

Can I drive from Chester to Castle Donington?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Castle Donington is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Chester to Castle Donington.

Where can I stay near Castle Donington?

There are 1888+ hotels available in Castle Donington.

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There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Castle Donington by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to Long Eatontrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
2h 57m
£41–64
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Coventrybus Ukn21
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Sky
5h 1m
£14–23
Drive 78.9 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Castle Doningtoncar 78.9 mi
1h 35m
£20–28
Bus, line 103 bus
1. Take the bus from Foregate Street Stop DD to Bus Stationbus 84
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to bus stationbus 103
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Sw
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Chester to Castle Donington by train and bus

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2h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 83.6 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Castle Donington, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Crewe to Long Eaton hourly. Tickets cost £30–45 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Bus Station via Pool Meadow Bus Station and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 5h 1m.

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