What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to Thornton-le-Dale?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Thornton-le-Dale is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 7h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Thornton-le-Dale?

The fastest way to get from Chester to Thornton-le-Dale is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Thornton-le-Dale?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Thornton-le-Dale. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Thornton Cross via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Thornton-le-Dale?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Thornton-le-Dale. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Malton via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Chester to Thornton-le-Dale?

The distance between Chester and Thornton-le-Dale is 142 miles. The road distance is 130.7 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to Thornton-le-Dale without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to Thornton-le-Dale without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £40 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Chester to Thornton-le-Dale?

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Chester to Thornton-le-Dale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Thornton-le-Dale bus from?

Chester to Thornton-le-Dale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Thornton-le-Dale train from?

Chester to Thornton-le-Dale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Thornton-le-Dale?

The best way to get from Chester to Thornton-le-Dale is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 7h 41m.

Where does the Chester to Thornton-le-Dale bus arrive?

Chester to Thornton-le-Dale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Chester to Thornton-le-Dale train arrive?

Chester to Thornton-le-Dale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Chester to Thornton-le-Dale?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Thornton-le-Dale is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Chester to Thornton-le-Dale.

Where can I stay near Thornton-le-Dale?

There are 1757+ hotels available in Thornton-le-Dale.

Chester to Thornton-le-Dale - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Thornton-le-Dale 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 Maltontrain Manchester Victoria - Scarborough / ...
4h 25m
£42–72
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 Thornton Crossbus 840
7h 41m
£20–31
Drive 130 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Thornton-le-Dalecar 130 mi
2h 30m
£33–47
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Thornton Crossbus 840
5h 14m
£35–62
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Thornton Crossbus 840
5h 21m
£36–59

Chester to Thornton-le-Dale by train and bus

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Distance: 141.5 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Thornton-le-Dale, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Thornton Cross via Manchester Victoria, Malton, and Bus Station Stand 1 in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Thornton Cross via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Leeds City Bus Station in around 7h 41m.

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