What is the cheapest way to get from Derby to Chester-le-Street?

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Chester-le-Street is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Derby to Chester-le-Street?

The fastest way to get from Derby to Chester-le-Street is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Chester-le-Street?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Chester-le-Street. However, there are services departing from Derby Bus Station and arriving at Front Street via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Eldon Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Chester-le-Street?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Chester-le-Street. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Chester-Le-Street via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Derby to Chester-le-Street?

The distance between Derby and Chester-le-Street is 159 miles. The road distance is 153.5 miles.

How do I travel from Derby to Chester-le-Street without a car?

The best way to get from Derby to Chester-le-Street without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £80 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Derby to Chester-le-Street?

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Derby to Chester-le-Street, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Chester-le-Street bus from?

Derby to Chester-le-Street bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Derby Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Derby to Chester-le-Street train from?

Derby to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Derby to Chester-le-Street?

The best way to get from Derby to Chester-le-Street is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £80 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Derby to Chester-le-Street bus arrive?

Derby to Chester-le-Street bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange station.

Where does the Derby to Chester-le-Street train arrive?

Derby to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from Derby to Chester-le-Street?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Chester-le-Street is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Derby to Chester-le-Street.

How do I get a train ticket from Derby to Chester-le-Street?

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Where can I stay near Chester-le-Street?

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Derby to Chester-le-Street - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Derby to Chester-le-Street by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Darlingtontrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Darlington to Chester-Le-Streettrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2h 46m
£82–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Derby Bus Station to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk002
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
5h 19m
£19–32
Drive 152.6 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Chester-le-Streetcar 152.6 mi
2h 28m
£38–54
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Corporation Street to Railway Stationbus 9.1 / ...
2. Take the train from Alfreton to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Chester-Le-Streettrain
5h 8m
£64–112

Derby to Chester-le-Street by train

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2h 46mAverage Duration

£82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.3 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Derby, England and Chester-le-Street, England?

You can take a train from Derby to Chester-Le-Street via Darlington in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Derby Bus Station to Front Street via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, John Dobson Street, and Eldon Square Bus Station in around 5h 19m.

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