What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Greater Manchester is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Chester to Greater Manchester is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Horton Road via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Chester to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Chester and Greater Manchester is 41 miles. The road distance is 38.8 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to Greater Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to Greater Manchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £18 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Chester to Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Chester to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Greater Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Greater Manchester train from?

Chester to Greater Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Chester to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £18 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £29 and takes 3h.

Where does the Chester to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chester to Greater Manchester train arrive?

Chester to Greater Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Chester to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Greater Manchester is 39 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Chester to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3600+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

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There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Greater Manchester by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 5m
£18–29
Drive 38.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Greater Manchestercar 38.6 mi
45 min
£10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Ukn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3h
£14–29
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chester to Greater Manchestertaxi 38.6 mi
45 min
£95–120
Train, line 41 bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain Chester - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Victoria Rail Station to Grandale Streetbus 41
1h 27m
£18–30

Chester to Greater Manchester by train and bus

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Distance: 40.5 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Greater Manchester, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Chester to Manchester Oxford Road hourly. Tickets cost £16–27 and the journey takes 57 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Horton Road via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Charlotte Street in around 3h.

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