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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Salford is to bus and line 100 bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Salford is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Salford?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Salford. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Salford Shopping Centre via Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Salford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chester and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Chester to Salford?

The distance between Chester and Salford is 40 miles. The road distance is 38.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Salford without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £13 - £24.

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

The train from Chester to Manchester Piccadilly takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Chester to Salford bus from?

Chester to Salford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Salford train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Salford?

The best way to get from Chester to Salford is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £13 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus and line 100 bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Chester to Salford bus arrive?

Chester to Salford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G station.

Where does the Chester to Salford train arrive?

Chester to Salford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Chester to Salford?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Salford is 38 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Chester to Salford.

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

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Where can I stay near Salford?

There are 3745+ hotels available in Salford.

Can I share a ride from Chester to Salford?

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

Chester to Salford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 100 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Salford by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Piccadillytrain Chester - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 1m
£13–24
Bus, line 100 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Gbus X30
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N to Salford Shopping Centrebus 100
3h 30m
£4–5
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Chester to Manchesterrideshare 39.9 mi
1h 5m
£5
Drive 38 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Salfordcar 38 mi
49 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chester to Salfordtaxi 38 mi
49 min
£95–120

Chester to Salford by train

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Distance: 39.8 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Chester to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £13–22 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Northern Trains Limited also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Salford Shopping Centre via Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N in around 3h 30m.

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