What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to West Midlands?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to West Midlands is to bus and line 80 bus which costs £13 - £23 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to West Midlands?

The fastest way to get from Chester to West Midlands is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Crocketts Lane via Markets. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Smethwick Galton Bridge via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Chester to West Midlands?

The distance between Chester and West Midlands is 69 miles. The road distance is 72.7 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to West Midlands without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to West Midlands without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £21 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Chester to West Midlands?

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Chester to West Midlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to West Midlands bus from?

Chester to West Midlands bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to West Midlands train from?

Chester to West Midlands train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to West Midlands?

The best way to get from Chester to West Midlands is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £21 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 80 bus, which costs £13 - £23 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Chester to West Midlands bus arrive?

Chester to West Midlands bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Chester to West Midlands train arrive?

Chester to West Midlands train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Chester to West Midlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to West Midlands is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Chester to West Midlands.

How do I get a train ticket from Chester to West Midlands?

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Where can I stay near West Midlands?

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Chester to West Midlands - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 80 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Chester to West Midlands by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Crewetrain Wrexham General - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Smethwick Galton Bridgetrain Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
1h 53m
£21–51
Bus, line 80 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 830
2. Take the bus from Markets to Crocketts Lanebus 80
2h 50m
£14–23
Drive 72.2 mi
1. Drive from Chester to West Midlandscar 72.2 mi
1h 24m
£18–26
Train via Stafford
1. Take the train from Chester to Staffordtrain Chester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Smethwick Galton Bridgetrain Stafford - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 1m
£22–43
Train #2
1. Take the train from Chester to Sandwell & Dudleytrain Llandudno Junction - Birmingham International / ...
2h 23m
£28–44

Chester to West Midlands by train

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Distance: 69.1 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

What companies run services between Chester, England and West Midlands, Sandwell, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Smethwick Galton Bridge via Crewe in around 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Crocketts Lane via Birmingham Coach Station and Markets in around 2h 50m.

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