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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Scarborough is to bus which costs £18 - £30 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Scarborough is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Scarborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Scarborough station. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Railway Station Stop V via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Scarborough?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Scarborough via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Chester to Scarborough?

The distance between Chester and Scarborough is 149 miles. The road distance is 145.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Scarborough without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Chester to Scarborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Scarborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Scarborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Scarborough?

The best way to get from Chester to Scarborough is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £30 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Chester to Scarborough bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chester to Scarborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Scarborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Scarborough is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Chester to Scarborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Scarborough?

There are 1938+ hotels available in Scarborough.

Chester to Scarborough - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain Chester - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Scarboroughtrain Manchester Victoria - Scarborough / ...
3h 53m
£43–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Railway Station Stop Vbus 843
7h 55m
£18–29
Drive 144.4 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Scarboroughcar 144.4 mi
2h 46m
£36–52
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Chester - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Scarboroughtrain Manchester Victoria - Scarborough / ...
4h 19m
£45–78

Chester to Scarborough by train

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Distance: 148.4 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Scarborough via Manchester Victoria in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Railway Station Stop V via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Leeds City Bus Station in around 7h 55m.

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