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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Somerset is to bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 6h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Somerset is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Huntworth Lane M5 via Birmingham - Jennens Road and Cabot Circus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Taunton via Crewe and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Chester to Somerset?

The distance between Chester and Somerset is 216 miles. The road distance is 179.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Somerset without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 27m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Chester to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Somerset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Somerset train from?

Chester to Somerset train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Crewe station.

Train or bus from Chester to Somerset?

The best way to get from Chester to Somerset is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 27m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Chester to Somerset bus arrive?

Chester to Somerset bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Chester to Somerset train arrive?

Chester to Somerset train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Chester to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Somerset is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Chester to Somerset.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chester to Somerset?

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to Birmingham New Streettrain Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 27m
£80–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
6h 41m
£22–35
Drive 178.6 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Somersetcar 178.6 mi
3h 39m
£45–65
Fly from Liverpool, bus
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LPL - BRS
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Huntworth Lane M5bus
6h 9m
£61–168
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Tauntontrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
6h 24m
£79–133
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 830
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
6h 57m
£31–49
Train to Manchester Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane MAN - BRS
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Huntworth Lane M5bus
6h 42m
£70–171

Chester to Somerset by train and bus

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Distance: 214.4 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Branchflower Farm via Crewe, Birmingham New Street, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton Town Centre Stop J, and Castle Way in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Huntworth Lane M5 via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Bristol Bus Station, and Cabot Circus in around 6h 41m.

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