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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Chester is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 6h 8m.

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 Central Coach Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

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 39m.

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 39m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m 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 39m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Darlington to Chester bus arrive?

Darlington to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach 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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Where can I stay near 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 39m
£56–96
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Chester Bus Interchangebus
6h 8m
£28–68
Drive 135.8 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Chestercar 135.8 mi
2h 43m
£33–48

Darlington to Chester by train

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3h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 155 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to Chester Bus Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 6h 8m.

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