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How to get fromChester to Rawtenstallby train, bus, car, or tram

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There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Rawtenstall by train, bus, car, or tram

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain train Chester - Leeds / ...
    2. Take the bus from Printworks to Bus stationbus bus X43
    1h 45m
    £16–26

  2. Drive  52.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Chester to Rawtenstallcar car 52.9 mi
    1h 2m
    £13–19

  3. Train, tram, line 464 bus

    1. Take the train from Chester to East Didsburytrain train
    2. Take the tram from East Didsbury to Rochdale Town Centretram tram
    3. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Bus Stationbus bus 464
    3h 53m

Chester to Rawtenstall by train and bus

Calendar95Weekly Services
Duration1h 45mAverage Duration
Ticket£16Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 56.8 mi
  • Duration: 1h 45m

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

There is no direct connection from Chester to Rawtenstall. However, you can take the train to Manchester Victoria, walk to Printworks, then take the bus to Bus station. Alternatively, you can drive from Chester to Rawtenstall in around 1h 2m.

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