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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Stanstead is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 8h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Stanstead is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Stanway Close via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Drummer St Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Sudbury (Suffolk) via Euston station, Highbury & Islington, Stratford (London) and Marks Tey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Chester to Stanstead?

The distance between Chester and Stanstead is 248 miles. The road distance is 198.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Stanstead without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 58m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Chester to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Stanstead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Stanstead train from?

Chester to Stanstead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Chester to Stanstead is to train via London which takes 5h 58m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 8h 54m.

Where does the Chester to Stanstead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chester to Stanstead train arrive?

Chester to Stanstead train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Chester to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Stanstead is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Chester to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 493+ hotels available in Stanstead.

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Chester to London Eustontrain Chester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
5h 58m
£96–172
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Ukn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18bus Uk083
8h 54m
£23–39
Drive 197 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Stansteadcar 197 mi
3h 44m
£49–70
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Stockporttrain Chester - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Thetfordtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
8h 58m
£108–171
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Birmingham Internationaltrain Llandudno Junction - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to Parksidebus 777
10h 22m
£62–122

Chester to Stanstead by train, subway, and bus

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5h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 246.7 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Stanway Close via London Euston, Euston station, Highbury & Islington station, Highbury & Islington, Stratford (London), Marks Tey, Sudbury (Suffolk), and Bus Station in around 5h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Stanway Close via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18, Drummer St Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 54m.

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