What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to Durham Cathedral?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Durham Cathedral is to bus which costs £28 - £55 and takes 6h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Durham Cathedral?

The fastest way to get from Chester to Durham Cathedral is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Durham Cathedral?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Durham Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Sutton Street via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Durham Cathedral?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Durham Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Durham via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Chester to Durham Cathedral?

The distance between Chester and Durham Cathedral is 174 miles. The road distance is 153.7 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to Durham Cathedral without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to Durham Cathedral without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £45 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Chester to Durham Cathedral?

It takes approximately 4h to get from Chester to Durham Cathedral, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Durham Cathedral bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Durham Cathedral train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chester to Durham Cathedral?

The best way to get from Chester to Durham Cathedral is to train which takes 4h and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £55 and takes 6h 57m, you could also fly, which costs £85 - £230 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Chester to Durham Cathedral bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chester to Durham Cathedral train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Durham Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Durham Cathedral is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Chester to Durham Cathedral.

How do I get a train ticket from Chester to Durham Cathedral?

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Where can I stay near Durham Cathedral?

There are 1963+ hotels available in Durham Cathedral.

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There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Durham Cathedral by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Durhamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
4h
£48–89
Bus
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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 Sutton Streetbus 177
6h 57m
£29–52
Drive 152.8 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Durham Cathedralcar 152.8 mi
3h 3m
£39–56
Fly
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
5h 55m
£86–228

Chester to Durham Cathedral by train and foot

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Distance: 173.4 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Chester, England and Durham Cathedral, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newton-le-Willows to Durham hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Durham Cathedral via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Sutton Street in around 6h 57m.

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