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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Sunderland is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Sunderland is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Sunderland via Newton-le-Willows and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Chester to Sunderland?

The distance between Chester and Sunderland is 204 miles. The road distance is 167.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Chester to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Sunderland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Sunderland train from?

Chester to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newton-le-Willows station.

Train or bus from Chester to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Chester to Sunderland is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Chester to Sunderland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chester to Sunderland train arrive?

Chester to Sunderland train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Chester to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Sunderland is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Chester to Sunderland.

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

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

Book your Chester to Sunderland bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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Chester to Sunderland - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Chester to Sunderland by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
5h 6m
£65–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Ukn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk930
6h 50m
£21–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
5h 41m
£43–94
Drive 166.7 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Sunderlandcar 166.7 mi
3h 5m
£41–60
Fly from Liverpool, bus
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Airport Terminal to Fawcett Streetbus
5h 37m
Train to Manchester Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)plane MAN - NCL
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Airport Terminal to Fawcett Streetbus
6h 20m

Chester to Sunderland by train and subway

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Distance: 202.5 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newton-le-Willows to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £55–100 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Sunderland Interchange via Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 6h 50m.

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