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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Chester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Chester. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Manchester Airport The Station and Outlet Village. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Chester. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Chester via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Darlington to Chester?

The distance between Darlington and Chester is 156 miles. The road distance is 136.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Chester without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Darlington to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Chester bus from?

Darlington to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Chester train from?

Darlington to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Chester?

The best way to get from Darlington to Chester is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Darlington to Chester bus arrive?

Darlington to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Airport The Station.

Where does the Darlington to Chester train arrive?

Darlington to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Chester is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Darlington to Chester.

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

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Darlington to Chester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newton-le-Willowstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
3h 37m
£55–95
Drive 135.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Darlington to Chestercar 135.8 mi
2h 43m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Outlet Villagebus 170
6h 35m
£35–84

Darlington to Chester by train

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3h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 155 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a train from Darlington to Chester via Newton-le-Willows in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to Chester Bus Interchange via Manchester Airport The Station and Outlet Village in around 6h 35m.

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