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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Stansted is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 7h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Stansted is to train which takes 3h and costs £110 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Stansted?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Labour-in-Vain Road via Portman Street / Selfridges, Ebbsfleet International station and Barrack Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Ebbsfleet International via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Chester to Stansted?

The distance between Chester and Stansted is 211 miles. The road distance is 215.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £110 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Chester to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Stansted bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Stansted train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Stansted?

The best way to get from Chester to Stansted is to train which takes 3h and costs £110 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 7h 48m.

Where does the Chester to Stansted bus arrive?

Chester to Stansted bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Marble Arch station.

Where does the Chester to Stansted train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Stansted is 215 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Chester to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 16486+ hotels available in Stansted.

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There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Stansted by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to London Eustontrain Chester - London Euston / ...
3h
£111–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to London Marble Archbus Uk021 / ...
7h 48m
£37–60
Drive 213.9 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Stanstedcar 213.9 mi
4h 12m
£53–77
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Meophamtrain
6h 36m
£99–330
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train, line 223 bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - LGW
3. Take the train from Redhill to Tonbridgetrain
4. Take the bus from Quarry Hill Parade to Flagstone Pavingbus
8h 3m

Chester to Stansted by bus and train

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Distance: 209.8 mi
Duration: 3h

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Chester to London Euston every 2 hours. Tickets cost £60–95 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to London Marble Arch 3 times a day. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 4h 55m.

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