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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Manchester Arndale is to rideshare which costs £5 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Manchester Arndale is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Manchester Arndale?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Manchester Arndale station. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Manchester Arndale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chester and arriving at Manchester Victoria. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Chester to Manchester Arndale?

The distance between Chester and Manchester Arndale is 40 miles. The road distance is 40.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Manchester Arndale without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £15 - £29.

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

The train from Chester to Manchester Victoria takes 53 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

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

Chester to Manchester Arndale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Manchester Arndale?

The best way to get from Chester to Manchester Arndale is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £15 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £27 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Chester to Manchester Arndale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chester to Manchester Arndale train arrive?

Chester to Manchester Arndale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Chester to Manchester Arndale?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Manchester Arndale is 40 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Chester to Manchester Arndale.

How do I get a train ticket from Chester to Manchester Arndale?

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Where can I stay near Manchester Arndale?

There are 3611+ hotels available in Manchester Arndale.

Can I share a ride from Chester to Manchester Arndale?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Chester and Manchester Arndale. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Chester to Manchester Arndale - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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There are 6 ways to get from Chester to Manchester Arndale by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain Chester - Leeds / ...
1h 1m
£15–29
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Chester to Manchesterrideshare 39.9 mi
1h 12m
£5
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 / ...
2h 44m
£12–27
Train via Manchester Oxford Road
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 11m
£16–27
Drive 40 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Manchester Arndalecar 40 mi
52 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chester to Manchester Arndaletaxi 40 mi
52 min
£100–120

Chester to Manchester Arndale by train and foot

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Distance: 39.8 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Chester to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £15–29 and the journey takes 53 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Manchester Arndale via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 2h 44m.

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