What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to Darlington?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Darlington is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Darlington?

The fastest way to get from Chester to Darlington is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Darlington?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Dolphin Centre via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Darlington?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Darlington via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Chester to Darlington?

The distance between Chester and Darlington is 156 miles. The road distance is 135.7 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to Darlington without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to Darlington without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £50 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Chester to Darlington?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Chester to Darlington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Darlington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Darlington train from?

Chester to Darlington train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newton-le-Willows station.

Train or bus from Chester to Darlington?

The best way to get from Chester to Darlington is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Chester to Darlington bus arrive?

Chester to Darlington bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Chester to Darlington train arrive?

Chester to Darlington train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from Chester to Darlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Darlington is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Chester to Darlington.

How do I get a train ticket from Chester to Darlington?

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Where can I stay near Darlington?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
3h 53m
£54–97
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Dolphin Centrebus 177
5h 48m
£30–77
Drive 135 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Darlingtoncar 135 mi
2h 45m
£33–48

Chester to Darlington by train

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Distance: 155 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Darlington, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newton-le-Willows to Darlington hourly. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Dolphin Centre via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 5h 48m.

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