What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to New Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to New Forest is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 7h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to New Forest?

The fastest way to get from Chester to New Forest is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and New Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to New Forest station. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Police Station via Gloucester Green Bus Station, Market Place and Fleming Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and New Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to New Forest. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Swindon via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Chester to New Forest?

The distance between Chester and New Forest is 207 miles. The road distance is 154.5 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to New Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to New Forest without a car is to train via Newport which takes 5h 4m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Chester to New Forest?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Chester to New Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to New Forest bus from?

Chester to New Forest bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to New Forest train from?

Chester to New Forest train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to New Forest?

The best way to get from Chester to New Forest is to train via Newport which takes 5h 4m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the Chester to New Forest bus arrive?

Chester to New Forest bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Gloucester Green Bus Station.

Where does the Chester to New Forest train arrive?

Chester to New Forest train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Chester to New Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to New Forest is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Chester to New Forest.

Where can I stay near New Forest?

There are 1038+ hotels available in New Forest.

Chester to New Forest - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Chester to New Forest by train, bus, or car

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Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swindontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
5h 4m
£71–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus 830
7h 18m
£28–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain
6h 6m
£49–82
Drive 153.6 mi
1. Drive from Chester to New Forestcar 153.6 mi
3h 8m
£39–56
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Staffordtrain
2. Take the train from Stafford to Cheltenham Spatrain
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain
6h 5m
£65–113
Train #2
1. Take the train from Chester to Staffordtrain Chester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
6h 34m
£84–135

Chester to New Forest by train and bus

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Distance: 205.5 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Chester, England and New Forest, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Five Alls Court via Newport (S Wales), Swindon, and Fleming Way in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Gloucester Green Bus Station twice a week. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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