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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Lincoln is to bus which costs £25 - £55 and takes 6h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Lincoln is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Lincoln station. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Rail Station Car Park via Pool Meadow Bus Station and St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Lincoln Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Chester to Lincoln?

The distance between Chester and Lincoln is 121 miles. The road distance is 117.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Lincoln without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £55 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Chester to Lincoln, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Lincoln bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Lincoln train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Lincoln?

The best way to get from Chester to Lincoln is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £55 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Chester to Lincoln bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chester to Lincoln train arrive?

Chester to Lincoln train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Lincoln Central station.

Can I drive from Chester to Lincoln?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Lincoln is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Chester to Lincoln.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chester to Lincoln?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to Lincoln Centraltrain Crewe - Lincoln Central
4h 21m
£58–89
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Coventrybus
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus X6
3. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Rail Station Car Parkbus 151
6h 39m
£25–54
Drive 116.8 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Lincolncar 116.8 mi
2h 36m
£29–42
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Chester to Stockporttrain
2. Take the train from Stockport to Meadowhalltrain
3. Take the train from Meadowhall to Lincoln Centraltrain
5h 23m
£50–93

Chester to Lincoln by train

75Weekly Trains

4h 21mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 120.8 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Crewe to Lincoln Central every 2 hours. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Rail Station Car Park via Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 6h 39m.

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